Caring For Your Camera - Canon AE-1 PROGRAM Instructions Manual

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Cross Split-image
Matte/ Fresnel field with cross split-image in
the center of the screen which divides the
subject in half both horizontally and vertically.
The subject is in focus when the four quarters
merge to become one unbroken image. Suit-
able for general photography when using fast
lenses at full aperture.
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27. Caring for your Camera
As with any precision instrument, proper care
and maintenance involve a few simple rules in
addition to common sense. Observing these few
rules will keep your AE - 1 PROGRAM in top con-
dition at all times .
1. The best thing you can do for your AE - 1 PRO-
GRAM is to use it regularly. In the event that
you must store it for quite a while, first
remove it from its case or camera bag .
Removt;l the battery .. Wrap the camera in a
clean, soft cloth and place it in a cool, dry,
dust-free place. If you store the body and lens
separately, attach both the body and rear lens
caps .
2. Keep the camera and lens out of direct sun-
light and away from "hot spots," such as the
trunk, rear window shelf or glove compart-
ment of a car. Do not store the camera in a
laboratory or other such area where chemicals
may cause corrosion .
3. To keep the camera in top condition during
prolonged storage, occasionally insert the
battery and take several blank shots to " exer-