Places reel of controller paper on holder, threads free end around tension and feeding rolls, and attaches it to winding roll. Sets composing stick to length of line specified in casting instructions. Inserts and locks matrix case, designed for specified size of type, in case holder.
Locks galley next to stick on bed of machine.
Stops machine when galley is full or when strip is completed. Removes and stores controller reel and matrix case. Removes galley and forwards it for proofing.