Nikon 1683 Instruction Manual - Page 9

9 Install the film cartridge. • Position the film cartridge in the film cartridge chamber @ with the film leader pointing towards the takeup spool @, and push the rewind knob back down to secure it in place. Note: You can use any of the 3Smm film cartridges available on the market. It is advisable to handle film in the shade to avoid direct exposure to sunlight. 10 Insert the film leader • In the takeup spool. Pull the leader across gently and insert it into one of the slots in- the film takeup spool. Slowly rotate the takeup spool inwards with your thumb, making sure the latch in the slot engages the first or second perforation along the side of the film leader. 11 Wind the film advance • lever to advance film onto the takeup spool. Wind the film advance lever and depress the shutter release button until the film sprockets ® engage the perforations on the edges of the film . Make sure you wind the lever fully until it comes to a stop. 9