Canon EOS 6D - Manual Sensor Cleaning

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Dust that could not be removed by the automatic sensor cleaning can
be removed manually with a blower, etc. Before cleaning the sensor,
detach the lens from the camera.
The surface of the image sensor is extremely delicate. If the
sen
sor needs to b
e cleaned directly, having it done by a Canon
Service Center is recommended.
1
Select [Sensor cleaning].
Under the [54] tab, select [Sensor
cleaning], then press <0>.
2
Select [Clean manually].
Select [Clean manually], then press
<0>.
3
Select [OK].
Select [OK], then press <0>.
X In a moment, the reflex mirror will
lockup and the shutter will open.
“CLn” will blink on the LCD panel.
4
Clean the sensor.
5
End the cleaning.
Set the power switch to <2>.
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If you use a battery, make sure it is fully charged. If the battery grip with size-
AA/LR6 batteries is attached, manual sensor cleaning will not be possible.
For the power source, using AC Adapter Kit ACK-E6 (sold separately) is
recommended.