Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2001/07/18
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]OK, lets do this methodically. Remove the new batteries, using a cotton swab moistened in vinegar rub the contact in the battery well and the threads on the battery cap; if the contact doesn't turn shiny bright then you might consider something a little abrasive to polish the contact. Don't use anything much coarser than an ink eraser however. Now dry off the vinegar with another dry swab. Clean the batteries with a micro fiber cloth or lens tissue so there is no residue on the batteries. Put the batteries in making sure they are the right way up. Set an exposure on the camera that will be close, i.e. sunny 16 outside, then make sure the lens cap is off.. Snap the shutter and wind the film. Do you see any meter indication as you rack the shutter speed dial or aperture ring? If yes take a deep sigh of relief, if not then proceed as below. If you don't see any LED's then go to a photo store that is known to sell tons of batteries and get a new set of batteries. Do the above again. Success? If yes congratulations on having a fully functional camera. If not, then with regrets, please search the archives for a reputable repair service in your neighborhood of the world. Good luck Don dorysrus@mindspring.com