Polaroid 35MM AUTO PROCESSOR, 35MM AUTO PROCESSER User Manual

The numbers in parenthesis throughout the text refer to the pictures.

Before you start:

• Check that the film cartridge and processing pack (Picture 1) contain the same film

type and number of exposures, and that the lot numbers (stamped on the labels)
match.

• The films may be processed at temperatures within a fairly wide range, as specified in

the film instructions. Be sure that all components (film cartridge, processing pack,
and processor) are within this range. Best results are obtained at 70°F (21°C). If
you refrigerate the processing pack as recommended in the film instructions, allow it
to warm up for at least one hour before processing.

Load the processor:

1. Place the processor on a clean, level surface. Pull out the top of the latch (2-A), then

open the processor cover. Unfold the crank handle (3-B).

2. Check that the pressure plate (3-C) and both metal rollers (3-D) are clean (see next

page). Blow out any dust or lint inside the processor.

3. If necessary, grasp and turn the large spool so the clear lid is at the top; open the lid

(3-E).

4. Unhook the end of the processing pack leader (4), and pull out 1-2 in. (25-50mm).

5. To load the processing pack: Insert the processing pack into its compartment (5).

The processing pack should snap easily into position; if it does not, remove and
reinsert it. Feed the processing pack leader over the metal roller and attach the end to
the white pear-shaped pin on the spool (6-F).

The leader should lie flat, as shown. If you have pulled out too much leader,
causing it to buckle (7), you should rewind the excess as follows: Push the release
switch (7-G) in the direction shown by the arrow. Hold it in this position, and
turn the crank in a clockwise direction until the leader lies flat.

6. If the film leader has been rewound into the cartridge, use the film leader extractor to

pull it out. Orient the extractor and film cartridge as shown (8), and insert the
extractor up to the dotted line. Wind the film cartridge knob in a counterclockwise
direction as indicated on the extractor, until you feel the film leader catch on the
extractor. (It may be necessary to hold the knob between turns to prevent it from
rewinding in the opposite direction.) Then gently pull out the extractor, with the film
leader attached.

7. To load the film cartridge: Align the cartridge as shown (9), and insert the leader

behind the bar (9-H). Then seat the film cartridge in its holder. Attach the leader to
the white hook, then to the white pear-shaped pin, on the spool (10). Close the spool
lid.

The leader should lie flat, as shown. If you pulled out too much leader, turn the
wheel (11) in the direction shown by the arrow until the film lies flat. (This may
take up to seven full revolutions, depending on how loosely the film is wound
inside the cartridge.) Alternate method: Remove the film cartridge, rewind the
film, and reinsert into the holder.

8. Close the processor cover; be sure it latches.

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Process the film:

1. Grasp the control lever firmly, and push it down at a steady, medium speed (12).

WAIT 5 SECONDS.

2. Turn the processing crank in a clockwise direction (13), as indicated by the arrows on

the crank. Turning the crank in the opposite direction will damage the processor.
Turn at a medium speed – no faster than about two revolutions per second – without
slowing down or stopping. When you no longer hear the clicking of the gear (and have
reached the end of the film), stop turning immediately.

WAIT 60 SECONDS.

This is the correct processing time
for most AutoProcess films. See
the film instructions for specific
processing times and temperatures
for best results.

3. Grasp the control lever firmly, and pull it up at a steady, medium speed (14).

4. Turn the processing crank in a clockwise direction (15), as indicated by the arrows on

the crank. Turning the crank in the opposite direction will damage the processor.

Turn the crank steadily and briskly, at about three revolutions per second. Keep
turning until you no longer hear the clicking of the gear, then continue turning for
another 3-4 revolutions, to ensure that the processing leader is fully rewound into
its pack.

5. Open the processor cover.

6. Remove the processing pack; put it back into its original box and discard it

immediately. Do not attempt to open the pack, and do not place it on furniture (see

CAUTION).

7. Unhook the film leader and remove the film cartridge. The film is ready to be cut and

mounted. Follow the instructions provided with your Polaroid Slide Mounter.

If you pull the film strip out of the cartridge for inspection, take care that the image

side (dull side of the leader) does not brush against the lip on the cartridge.

Keep the processor clean: Dirt or particles of dried developer on the pressure plate or
metal rollers can cause spots or uneven density on slides. Clean these parts with a soft,
lint-free cloth, dampened with water if necessary. Never scrape them with anything
metallic, nor with your fingernail. Rotate the rollers as you clean and inspect them.

CAUTION: The Polaroid film process uses a caustic jelly which is safely packed inside
a sealed container inside the processing pack. If accidentally you should get some of
this jelly on your skin, wipe it off immediately. To avoid an alkali burn, wash the area
with plenty of water as soon as possible. It is particularly important to keep the jelly
away from eyes and mouth. Keep the discarded materials out of the reach of children
and animals, and out of contact with clothing and furniture, as discarded materials still
contain some jelly.

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