Kodak FC2 Managing Empty Cartridges, Silver Recovery, Fixer Retained Silver Halide, Prescriptions

D-min (Clear Area of Film):

This parameter may monitor developer, bleach, or fixer problems. If a developer problem is indicated, see the HD-LD or LD parameter for confirmation and corrective action. If a bleach or fixer problem is indicated, see the corrective action below:

Bleach (Stain):

Developer carryover into the bleach can form a staining by-product that can elevate D-min, especially the green D-min. This occurs when the bleach is underreplenished or under-aerated.

Prescriptions:

•Replace the bleach tank solution with KODAK Negative Film FC Tank Bleach. Refer to the directions on page 3.

•Check the bleach aeration to make sure it is working properly.

•Check the output of the bleach replenishment pump and calibrate.

•Check the replenishment rate for bleach, and adjust to the correct rate.

Fixer (Retained Silver Halide):

Retained silver halide is caused by an exhausted fixer solution due to underreplenishment, dilution, or oxidation. This is indicated by a high D-min, especially the red D-min. To confirm retained silver halide, run this test:

1.Immerse the processed control strip in the fixer tank and soak it for 7 minutes.

2.Remove the strip, rinse it thoroughly with water for 3 minutes, and dry it.

3.Re-read the strip and re-plot D-min. Compare the red D-min to the earlier plot. If the new plot shows a difference of at least 0.05 (lower), it confirms a fixer problem. Replace both fixer tanks with KODAK Negative Film FC Tank Fixer. Use directions on page 3. Also, check the output of the fixer replenisher pump and calibrate. Set the fixer replenishment rate to the correct value.

If there is no change or less than a 0.05 change, the fixer is not a problem. See the “Visual Process Control Guide” for other possible causes.

MANAGING EMPTY CARTRIDGES

In most regions, it should be possible to participate in a local community recycling program. Check with program authorities to determine if these packaging materials are eligible for local recycling. If they are accepted, disassemble the package and place the bottles and corrugated material in your recycling bin. Follow all material preparation instructions from the recycler. See KODAK Publication No. CIS-148, Recycling KODAK Photochemical Containers, for more information on preparing the empty bottles for recycling. CIS-148 and other publications on waste management are available on the Kodak website at www.kodak.com/go/KES. If local recycling is not an option, dispose of the empty bottles and the package with your normal solid waste.

SILVER RECOVERY

Publications on silver management that include recommendations and descriptions of silver-recovery options are available in the Silver Management section of the Kodak Environmental Services Publications Center at www.kodak.com/go/KES.

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