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Jody

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Posted on Sunday, June 06, 2004 - 11:03 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Moderator/Admin only)

I have a Canon AE1 that I just purchased and the first roll of film had some problems, but when I went to put the second roll in for some reason the film door will not close. The door almost acts like it has something blocking it but when I check it there is nothing in the way. Any ideas??

Thanks Jody
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Curt

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Posted on Monday, June 07, 2004 - 05:09 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Moderator/Admin only)

Hi Jody,
Sounds like it may only be something as easy as the clasp or prong if you will on the back of the door. I had one that was bent/twisted about 1/8 of an inch once and so no way it would close properly. Hope it is minor like this. Curt in Canada.
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Garry

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Posted on Friday, June 18, 2004 - 07:46 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Moderator/Admin only)

Try to apply some force. If it still wouldn't close, the locking mechanism on the door has either craked or broke off. If your interested in having it repaired give us a try. Visitour web site at www.garryscamera.com for more details.

Garry,
www.garryscamera.com

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