The Zenith TTL camera can be carried outside its case if preferred (your dealer can supply an accessory
neck strap which attaches to the body eyelets (6) and (15), but if it is; take extra care to guard it against
bumps and jolts. Remember too that on the beach, sand and sea-spray somehow seem to get everywhere;
even a closed carrying case needs extra protection.
The lens in particular, which can be quite easily scratched, should be protected at all times an Ultra-
Violet filter is very good here since it needs no exposure correction and can therefore be kept on the lens
almost permanently as protection against dust and the weather.
o When cleaning becomes necessary as it almost inevitably will with outdoor use, any accumulated
dust in the camera body can be lightly brushed away with a soft brush, or preferably blower-
brush. Exterior metal parts can be cleaned with a soft clean cloth moistened with ether or
absolute alcohol.
NEVER touch the lens or mirror surfaces with the hands. Fingerprints diminish optical
efficiency and due to natural skin acidity may in time damage the delicate optical coating of the
lens and surface silvering of the mirror--silvering of themirror-only an air blower (bulb type or
similar) should be used for removal of dust. Any stubborn traces of dirt or condensation left on
the lens after this can be removed by lightly wiping over the surface with a clean soft piece of
lint-free fabric or cotton (or a pad of surgical cotton-wool on the end of a matchstick) that has
been dampened with absolute alcohol, ether or other spirit mixture; any smears can be removed
with a dry soft cloth. NO ATTEMPT should be made to clean the mirror or viewing screen by
wet means - air cleaning only is allowed and this is usually best left to a specialist.
o Protect your camera from extremes of heat, or humidity. Never leave it inside the glove
compartment or boot of a car - on a hot day temperatures of 100°C can build up - and most
important NEVER leave your camera out in the open sun. Heat is bad for the film and camera
lubricants and the lens acts as a burning -glass causing damage to the camera's interior.
o Storage - If your camera is likely to be left unused for some time (several days or more) always
make sure the shutter and self-timer mechanism are released first. When wound, these
mechanisms are under strong spring tension; by releasing them you eliminate the tension and
avoid any undue strain. Keep the camera enclosed in its carrying case with the lens cap on too.
Do not store in humid conditions unless a suitable drying agent, such as silica gel in a sealed
container, is placed alongside it. If you do not use your camera regularly, and especially before
going on holiday or an important occasion such as a wedding etc., we recommend that you run
off a test film making sure that all variable settings including the self -timer mechanism are used.
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