Manual for AX-3

Manual for AX-3

Brand: FUJICA

Category: Camera

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Language: EN

Uploaded: Aug. 9, 2025, 11:49 p.m.

  1. Troubleshooting: Covers common issues like film advance lever problems, mirror not functioning, LED malfunctions, and flash issues, providing step-by-step checks and solutions.
  2. Disassembly: Detailed instructions for taking apart key components such as the top cover, focusing screen, amplifier assembly, lens mount base, mirror case, and focal plane shutter assembly.
  3. Reassembly, Repair, and Adjustment: Guides on putting the camera back together, including specific adjustments for the film chamber door lock, spool friction, neck strap eyelets, and sprocket operation.
  4. Parts List: Comprehensive list of all parts with their corresponding reference numbers, part numbers, quantities, and remarks.
  5. Special Repair Tool List: Lists specific tools required for various repair and adjustment procedures.

Troubleshooting and error codes

Item Problem Description Possible Causes Solution
1 Film advance lever cannot be turned
  • Shutter blinds run
  • Notched gear colliding with clutch gear.
  • Release lever not released by cam plate.
(Mirror may not come down)
Shutter blinds do not run Check if electrical circuit operates sequentially.
Apply DC 2.5V to ML magnet assembly; check wiring and components if it doesn't operate.
2 Film advance lever can be turned, but shutter cannot be charged
  • Lever and mirror move during winding
  • Insufficient attracting force of ML magnet; improper operation of lever or hook shape.
Check ML magnet, lever, and hook.
Lever and mirror do not move Magnet assembly not stopping shutter blinds; quick return charge lever assembly released continuously; lever not engaging with quick return charge lever assembly.
Check magnet assembly, release lever, and engagement mechanism.
3 Mirror does not come down Cam plate not kicking release lever.
4 Mirror does not rise
  • ML magnet does not operate.
  • Lead wire between M-circuit board and amplifier assembly defective.
  • Coil broken or short-circuited.
  • Disengaged mirror kick-up system.
Check electrical circuit and components.
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