Nikon FM2 Body only, 1683 instruction manual Tips On Cameracare

TIPS ON CAMERACARE-----------

Although the FM2 is a tough and durable camera, bear in mind that is a precision opti- cal instrument, and that care- less or rough handling may damage it. Observe the fol- lowing tips, and the FM2 will always work as perfectly as the day you bought it.

•Don'ttouch the reflex mirror or the focusing screen to prevent them from getting scratched . Remove dust with a blower·type brush .

•Do not touch the shutter cur- tains.

•Clean glass surfaces such as the lens or the finder eyepiece with a blower-type brush ; avoid using lens tissue as much as possible. Gently wipe dirt, smudges or fingerprints with soft cotton moistened With a small amount of absolute al- cohol, using a spiral motion from center to periphery. Make sure you leave no wiping traces.

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•Generally, the camera does not need lubrication.

•If the camera body is exposed to rain or mist, wipe mOisture gently with a soft cloth and dry the camera. After using the camera nea r salt water, take care that you wipe it with a cloth moistened with pure water to remove possible traces of salt.

•If the Inside of the camera body accidentally gets wet, its inter- nal precision parts may get rusty. Take the camera right away to the nearest authorized Nikon dealer for a checkup which may require repair pay- ment.

•When not uSing the camera for a long time, take out the bat- teries and store the camera away from high temperature, high humidity, naphtha line, or camphor,

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