Film-Advance Lever And Frame Counter - Minolta XG-1 Owner's Manual

7. A red bar shou Id also now appear at the
extreme left in the Safe Load Signal
window . This indicates that the film is
loaded and winding properly on the take-up
spool . If the Safe Load Signal does not
appear or swings far to the right in the
window, repeat steps 1 through 6 to assure
that film is properly engaged on the spool.
As you continue to take pictures, the red
signal will move gradually toward the right
in the window, indicating that film is
advancing properly.
CAUTION
Film should be handled and loading done in
subdued light - at least shaded from direct
sunlight by the body .
Film -advance lever and frame counter
The film -advance lever is designed with 30°
unengaged movement before the beginning of
its engaged stroke to allow swinging it out from
the body so that the right thumb will fit
comfortably behind it. Continuing to move the
lever until it stops, an angle of 130°, advances
film and frame counter and cocks the shutter
for the next exposure .
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