Olympus factory service has been using Kimwipes and denatured alcohol to
clean everything (including lens elements) since the 70s.
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John Hermanson www.zuiko.com
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Camtech Photo Services, Inc.
21 South Lane, Huntington NY 11743-4714
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----- Original Message -----
From: <ClassicVW@xxxxxxx>
To: <olympus@xxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Monday, March 22, 2004 9:20 AM
Subject: [OM] Re: [OM](OT)Want to clean my cameras
>
> David,
>
> I've used cleaners such as "Fantastik" , but lately I found something
under
> the kitchen sink which I used with great success- something called
"Awesome"
> 'concentrated cleaner, degreaser, spot remover.' Instructions state to
normally
> dilute it 1:1 with water, but also says used straight it removes smoke
> 'nicotine' stains. I use it straight on the white words or colored lens
markings,
> makes them look like new.
>
> Main thing to remember is to put it on a cloth sparingly. Don't get it
into
> the camera's openings, and don't use anything that'll leave lint behind.
No
> paper towels, etc. After I'm all done, I 'polish' everything with a cloth
diaper.
> I keep the cloths in my camera bag too, and wipe everything down after an
> outdoor shoot.
>
> George S.
>
> cochran@xxxxxxxx writes:
>
> > Hi All:
> >
> > I want to know what can I use to do some external cleaning of my OM's
> > external body and parts (no dissasembly, just aesthetical). Also the
lenses
> > metal surfaces. As of late there are a few finger prints I want to get
rid
> > of....
> >
> > I know, I know, I am probably starting a new off thread about crime
> > jokes...but GO AHEAD!...lol
> >
> > peace
> >
> > David
> >
>
>
>
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