How to hand cycle the IBM Selectric

Back on the IBM Selectric 3, its been a few years! Still need to replace the rotate tape. In this video, i talk about the procedure to manually Cycle the machine in order to replace the tape. This procedure can also be used to diagnose some issues. Rotate tape for a 15 in carriage Selectric is on order. For more info, see this video from Phoenix Typewriter, he really know his stuff! :    • IBM Selectric Typewriter Rotate Band Steel...   Link to where you can buy a Hand Cycle crank if you have money to burn: https://www.ebay.ca/itm/Hand-Cycle-Cr... More great info about IBM Selectric typewriters including manuals and how to: https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/g...