Turn the camera on and remove the lens.
Set [Sensor Cleaning] on the Main menu to ON.

Cleaning the CCD

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If the CCD becomes dirty or dusty, white flecks may appear in the background or a shadow in the image under some conditions. This indicates that the CCD must be cleaned. The CCD is a precision part. Please contact PENTAX service center.

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3 Use the four-way controller (23) to select [Mirror up] on the [Sensor Cleaning] screen.

4 Press the OK button.

The mirror is locked in the up position.

5 Clean the CCD.

Use a brush-less blower to remove dirt and dust from the CCD. If a blower with a brush is used, the brush may scratch the CCD. Never wipe the CCD with a cloth.

6 Turn the camera off and attach the lens after the mirror returns to its original position.

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