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     Glenn Middleton Rating: N/A |
The basic Zorki shutter mechanism is a tough so and so, but as Rick mentions is prone to getting film chips in the teeth of the bottom gear-set. Firstly try and rotate the sprocket shaft in the direction of film travel, sometimes this allows the shutter to latch and thus be released. You can also try flushing out the bottom gear-set with Naphtha or Ronsonol. This certainly works on the old Zorki '1', however the 4 is a bit more awkward as the gearing is more difficult to expose. It is possible to clean the gears of film chips without a major stripdown of the shutter mechanism. A stiff artist's 3/8" flat brush and naphtha will allow you to clean the gear teeth. If you need help, Rick's site has all the information you may require. http://rick_oleson.tripod.com |