November, 2003
Camera won't work? Camera leaks light? Camera just messing up?
Don't despair.... we have some tips and solutions that could save you tons of money in camera repair or replacement. Read on and smile:
NOTE: If you have other good tips or links please email them to me at SKIP , in the meantime I'll be adding to these as I gather the info and pics.
| First, the most common problem: The camera, or flash, simply won't turn on. Are you certain the batteries are fresh? If so, don't despair.... battery contacts can oxidize without being noticeable. Take a pencil eraser, open the battery compartment and rub the eraser on the contacts until they appear clean. ALL contacts of the battery, battery case cover and inside the battery case. Now try to turn the camera on. If this does not work, you may have more serious problems. |
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| Missing a rewind knob? Is the knob broken? You might just be able to get a replacement from this gentleman: Click his name if you want to purchase the replacement part he has built for many cameras. zenshin |
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| Does your camera leak light? Do you get streaks and fog on your pictures? There is a simple, inexpensive ($6.00) kit available to easily replace the light seals, complete with excellent instructions. Click this link to order LIGHTLEAKS or send the camera to me and, for $25.00 + shipping, I will relace the seals for you. Email me first for shipping instructions SKIP | |
| Here's some Websites with more repair tips: | Yahoo has a ton of specific links, click HERE |
More information and links coming soon ... I just started this page in November, 2003 |
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