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Ricoh YF-20 Super Front Cover Replacement

Introduction

This process involves removing the back cover and the front cover of the Ricoh YF-20 Super camera.

What you need

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    • Use the screwdriver to unscrew the indicated screws from the left, right, bottom, and back sides of the camera.

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    • Loosen the back cover from both the left and the right sides of the camera. Take off the back cover.

    • The lid of the battery compartment may fall off because it is not attached to anything.

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    • Open the film compartment.

    • Press your finger on top of the grey latch on the left side of the camera.

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    • Removing the film compartment door is optional. However, it may aid maneuverability in future steps.

    • Use a thin object like a toothpick or a small screwdriver to push down on the metal pin holding the film compartment door in place.

    • Use your fingers to completely remove the metal pin.

    • Remove the film compartment door.

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    • Use a thin shaft screwdriver and unscrew the two indicated screws within the film compartment.

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    • Loosen the front cover from the left and right sides of the camera.

    • Take off the front cover.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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