Minolta XG-A - Film Advance Lever and Frame Counter

NOTE
Wipe off any dust or dirt that might
accumulate on the touch switch with a clean
dry cloth (make sure main switch is turned off
first). This will insure good contact and proper
operation.
Cold-weather
operation
Batteries by nature tend to lose power as
temperatures drop. While alkaline-manganese
batteries
will meet all requirements under
normal conditions, for heavy sustained cold-
weather operation (approx. _10
D
e) it is recom-
mended
that silver-oxide type batteries
be used.
Regardless of battery type used, remember
to always use fresh batteries and keep a spare
set
with you when using your camera in cold
weat.her.
LOADING AND ADVANCING FILM
After you have not used your camera for
some time, check the Safe Load Signal and
to be sure that there is no film in the camera. If
the camera is unloaded, proceed as follows:
1. Pull up on the back-cover release knob until
the camera back springs open.
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