Yashica T4D lens stuck?

[mrtoml]

Hi

I have inherited a Yeshiva T4D. I put a new battery in it and the electronics appear to be functioning. The display reads 23 and the flash symbol is on. There is an old film in there.

However when sliding what I assume is the power switch which reveals the lens, the lens does not extend and the shutter button does not do anything. I assume the lens is stuck.

Is there anything I can do about this before I through the camera out?

 

[BernardL]

I had almost the same symptoms: camera would turn on, or not, erratically. Now after a little exercise, it is OK.

I suggest that you repeatedly exercise the slider switch; hopefully this will clean the contact that signals thae camera to turn ON.

 

[mrtoml]

Thanks. I have tried that but to no avail. I might have a go at taking the camera apart and giving it a clean.

 

[BernardL]

I might have a go at taking the camera apart and giving it a clean.

I suggest you wait till the weekend. I have at home (I'm away just now) some notes about the screws that should or not be removed. I remember there is one behind the sticker inside the battery compartment.

 

[mrtoml]

Thanks. That would be really useful.

 

[blumoon]

Have you tested the battery to make sure it's 3 volts?
Check the battery chamber for any corrosion. If there is any, use a small piece of steel wool to clean the contacts.
Spray some circuit cleaner on a Q-tip and wipe the contacts in the battery chamber.

 

[bucs]

I had almost the same symptoms: camera would turn on, or not, erratically. Now after a little exercise, it is OK.

I suggest that you repeatedly exercise the slider switch; hopefully this will clean the contact that signals thae camera to turn ON.

+1

I even had to put in another new battert lol

 

[mrtoml]

Have you tested the battery to make sure it's 3 volts?
Check the battery chamber for any corrosion. If there is any, use a small piece of steel wool to clean the contacts.
Spray some circuit cleaner on a Q-tip and wipe the contacts in the battery chamber.

There is no corrosion at all and the battery is a new CR123A (3V). I just rewound the film so I am assuming the battery is connected and working.