This task involves explaining "how to use" the invention. This is typically accomplished by "walking" the reader through startup and operation of at least one of the preferred embodiments of the invention.
MPEP § 608.01(a) Arrangement of Application
MPEP § 608.01(g) Detailed Description of Invention
MPEP § 2164 The Enablement Requirement
MPEP § 2164.01 Test of Enablement
MPEP § 2164.03 Relationship of Predictability of the Art and the Enablement Requirement
MPEP § 2164.05(a) Specification Must Be Enabling as of the Filing Date
MPEP § 2164.05(b) Specification Must Be Enabling to Persons Skilled in the Art
MPEP § 2164.06 Examples of Enablement Issues
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