Mamiya 7 - Releasing the Shutter

Releasing the Shutter
Before using the camera, it is advisable to understand
how it works.
① Power on/off lever ...
② Film advance
③ Light shield curtain
.
.......... Set to ON.
(See page 7)
.......... Wind the lever to
cock the shutter .
.............................. Open.
(See page 8)
④ Back cover …………………………………Open.
(See page 12)
⑤ Release the shutter (See page 16)
Note:
If the shutter is not released, red warning lamp in
the viewfinder will light; repeat steps
② to ④
again.
Tip:
To observe the function of the shutter release and
the interaction between the light shield curtain,
shutter and lenses, you need not load film in the
camera. Just leave the back cover open: