Mamiya RZ67 PRO II User Manual

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Care of the Camera 
Handling Camera 
As your camera is a precision instrument avoid exposing it to 
severe vibrations or shock. Be careful when interchanging lenses 
and film holders. Use the neckstrap whenever possible. 
 
Storage 
When not used for a long period of time remove the battery and 
film from the camera and keep mirror and shutters in uncocked 
state. Avoid storing the camera and lenses in humid or sea air 
atmosphere or in extreme hot or cold environment. Periodically 
exercise film transport and shutters by making a number of blind 
exposures at various shutter speeds and f/stops. 
 
Cleaning 
Never touch the lens or mirror surfaces. If a lens needs cleaning, 
use a blower or lens tissue to remove dust particles. Never use 
anything other than a blower for the mirror, as its surface should 
never be touched. 
 
Periodic Examination 
Periodically check the camera to make sure it is in working order. 
This is especially important before beginning a photographic 
session or assignment. Check the battery, flash synchronization, 
mirror and shutter operation, diaphragm automation, and film 
advance. Also check any accessories you plan to use. 
Proper Maintenance 
The Mamiya RZ PRO 
II
 is designed for heavy professional use 
and will last indefinitely, if properly maintained. Every camera has 
mechanisms like film transport, shutter, diaphragm blade etc. 
They are controlled by gears. levers, springs, rollers, etc., which are 
subject to wear and tear and also require special lubrication from 
time to time. Ambient conditions like dust. sea air and moisture can 
also affect these mechanisms. 
To uncock the mirror and the lens shutter, remove the lens from 
the cocked camera. Press the release button and the mirror will go 
up and stay up. To release shutter of cocked lens, see instructions 
on page 13. 
We recommend that the camera body should be serviced at least 
about every 50,000 exposures (about 5000 rolls of 120 film): your roll 
film holders about every 20,000 exposures; your leaf shutter lenses 
about every 10, 000 exposures. 
 
Please contact the Mamiya Distributor in your country for service 
information. 
• Features and specifications subject to change without notice. 
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