To avoid unnecessary operator injury or damage to the machine, please review the following
recommendations.
USE THE CORRECT VOLTAGE to avoid electrical short circuiting, overheating or shocks. If in
doubt, check the electrical rating label affixed to the unit. Smith Corona does not recommend
attaching your unit to any power source other than that which is indicated on the original electric
rating label of the machine. Smith Corona does not recommend the use of a voltage converter.
THE UNIT SHOULD BE PLUGGED into an outlet which is nearby and easily accessible.
ALWAYS HAVE THE UNIT SERVICED by a qualified service technician. There are no user-
serviceable parts inside.
TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK, never insert metal objects such as screwdrivers, paper clips, nail
files, etc. inside the unit. For safety’s sake, never place any object inside the unit.
BEFORE REACHING INTO THE CARRIER PATH AREA, always switch to standby or off,
depending on the model.
KEEP FINGERS, HAIR, JEWELRY, etc. away from the carrier area when in operation.
IF THE UNIT IS DROPPED, the insulation system may be disturbed. Have the unit checked by a
qualified service technician before using it again.
DO NOT remove the housing from the unit.
AVOID PLACING THE UNIT near an excessively warm or humid location.
IF LIQUIDS ARE SPILLED OR SPLASHED on the unit, immediately unplug it. Have the unit
checked by a qualified service technician.
BEFORE CLEANING any part of your unit, make sure it is unplugged.
WHEN FINISHED TYPING, switch to Standby or Off. Unplug unit if it is not to be used for an
extended period. Unplug unit for a complete cut from the main electrical circuit.
DO NOT place the unit where sunlight or bright light will fall directly on the display.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do NOT expose unit to rain or moisture.
Smith Corona CorporationImportant Information — 9-1
Product Consumer Warranty
Limited Warranty
90 Day Warranty
Smith Corona warrants this typewriter against defects in material or workmanship for a period of 90 days
from the date of original purchase for use, and agrees to repair or, at our option, replace any defective unit
without charge for either parts or labor. Proof of Purchase will be required.
Limited Warranty
Following the first 90 days from the date of purchase and thereafter until 1 year from the date of purchase
Smith Corona will replace any defective part at no charge. There will be a standard charge for labor and the
cost of transportation.
IMPORTANT: This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse or abuse, any
modification or alteration including attaching the unit to other than the recommended
receptacle or voltage, nor does it cover ribbon replacement or cleaning of the unit.
THIS WARRANTY IS VOID WHEN SERVICE OR REPAIRS ARE PERFORMED BY A NON-AUTHORIZED
SERVICE LOCATION. This warranty does not cover shipping expenses to and from a service location.
NO RESPONSIBILITY IS ASSUMED FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES. You may obtain warranty service through one of our service locations. To obtain the location of
the nearest Service Center, call toll-free: 1-800-448-1018
The toll-free number operates Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Simply take
or ship the unit prepaid to the nearest service location. Damage occurring during transit is not covered by this
warranty.
NOTE: No other warranty, written or verbal, is authorized by Smith Corona. This warranty applies to
units sold in the United States and Puerto Rico only.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on
how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusion and limitations may not apply to you.
Smith Corona Corporation
839 Route 13 South
P.O. Box 2090
Cortland, New York 13045-0980
WARNING: Use Smith Corona “H” Series supplies. Use of non-Smith Corona (brand or manufactured)
supplies or accessories will not (except as noted below) void this warranty.
THE WARRANTY WILL BE VOID if the typewriter is damaged or rendered wholly or partially inoperable as
a result of using a non-Smith Corona supply or accessory item(s).
9-2 — Important InformationSmith Corona Corporation
FCC
The following information is provided to you in accordance with the rules and regulations of the United
States Federal Communications Commission. Questions concerning this information can be directed to Smith
Corona Corporation by writing:
Smith Corona Corporation
839 Route 13 South
Box 2090
Cortland, NY 13045
NOTE: This typewriter generates and uses radio-frequency energy and if not installed and used properly,
that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio
and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
typewriter in accordance with the specifications in Sub-part J of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are
designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
typewriter does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the typewriter off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference with one
or more of the following measures:
Reorient the receiving antenna.
Relocate the typewriter with respect to the receiver.
Move the typewriter away from the receiver.
Plug the typewriter into a different outlet so that typewriter and receiver
are on different branch circuits.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional
suggestions. The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission
helpful: “How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems.”
This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402,
Stock No. 004-00-00345-4
IMPORTANT: Any modification or alteration of a typewriter which allows electronic communication with a
computer or attaching it to a receptacle or module interface which is not recommended will
void Smith Corona’s warranty on this product to the extent that any such modification may
be related to a failure. Some typewriters are not designed as computer printers and when
modified to perform this function may be in violation of the safety and emissions rules and
regulations.
NOTE: This digital apparatus does not exceed the class B limits for radio emissions from digital apparatus
as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
For your convenience and protection make a record of the model number and serial number. The serial
number is located on the inside of the typewriter on the bottom right side. Use these numbers when ordering
supplies and accessories and for identification in case of theft.
Model Name _____________________________________________
Serial Number ___________________________________________
Date of Purchase _________________________________________ Smith Corona Corporation 1994
Smith Corona CorporationImportant Information — 9-3
Smith Corona Corporation welcomes your comments and suggestions on the User’s Manual. We would
appreciate your taking a few moments to evaluate this manual on the form provided below. Please mail
the completed form to the address below. Thank you.
Publications Department
Smith Corona Corporation
P.O. Box 2020
Cortland, New York 13045
Customer Information
Name _______________________________________________________________________________________