Brand: KODAK
Category: Camera
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Brand: KODAK
Category: Camera
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Uploaded: April 20, 2026, 7:45 p.m.
Manual Publish Date: 1997-05-01
Keep your sales receipt as proof of the date of purchase for warranty purposes.
Familiarize yourself with the parts of your KE20 camera using the provided diagrams. Key components include the shutter button, picture counter, viewfinder, flash, lens, and various latches and switches for film loading and operation.
Open the film door by sliding the latch. Insert the film leader into the slot at the back of the camera, ensuring it is between the film-guide rails. Push the film cartridge down until it fits securely. Close the film door and check the film window to confirm film is loaded.
Slide the lens-cover switch to open the lens and turn on the camera. For a sharp picture, stand at least 4 ft (1.2 m) from your subject. Look through the viewfinder to frame your shot. Hold the camera steady and gently press the shutter button. The film will automatically advance to the next picture. Close the lens cover when done.
In low light, ensure the lens cover is open. Wait for the flash-ready lamp to glow before taking the picture. Keep the subject within the recommended distance range for the film speed. Press the shutter button gently.
When you reach the end of the roll, you must rewind the film. Slide the film-rewind switch until it latches. Wait for the motor to stop before opening the film door to remove the film. You cannot reload partially exposed film.
| What happened | Probable cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Camera will not operate | Lens cover closed | Open the lens cover completely |
| Batteries improperly loaded in camera | Insert batteries as shown on battery door | |
| Flash not ready | Wait for the flash-ready lamp to glow | |
| Film needs to be rewound/removed | See Unloading the Film | |
| Film does not advance or rewind | Batteries weak, dead, missing, or improperly inserted | Replace or reload batteries as shown on battery door |
| Shutter button cannot be released | No film in camera | Load film into the camera |
| Lens cover closed | Open the lens cover completely | |
| Film is not rewound into the cartridge completely | Complete taking pictures or press the film-rewind switch | |
| Flash-ready lamp fails to glow within 30 seconds | Flash not turned on | Open the lens cover completely |
| Batteries weak, dead, or improperly loaded in camera | Replace or reload batteries as shown on battery door |