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Instructions for Kingson Pocket Calculator

Object Details

Description
These two small pieces of paper were received with 1994.0208.01. The first page is two-sided and explains how to set and clear numbers on the adder with the metal stylus. Examples of adding and subtracting are also provided. The second page is one-sided and explains how to multiply and divide with the slide rule. The C1 (typically called a CI scale as the inverse of a C scale), A, and B scales are also defined.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
maker
Kingson
date made
ca 1972
Credit Line
Albert D. Rosenheck
Physical Description
paper (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 16 cm x 10.7 cm x .1 cm; 6 5/16 in x 4 7/32 in x 1/32 in
Object Name
sheets, set of 2

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  • Slide Rules:Manuals & Documentation
Instructions for Kingson Adder, Page 1
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