Pentax MG MG Manual - Page 13

FILM LOADING AND WINDING To avoid unnecessary delays when loading the film, set the shutter mode dial to "100X." If you must load the film with the dial set to "AUTO," remove the lens cap and aim the camera toward a bright light source. This avoids excessively long shutter speeds while advancing the film. • To open the camera back, lift the film rewind knob up sharply. Insert the film cartridge in the film chamber and lock the cartridge in place by returning the film rewind knob to its original position. 101:Ot ,.. B • Draw the film leader across the back and insert it into any of the white needles in the film take-up spool. Make sure the film is engaged properly on the spool by inserting the leader at least the width of one perforation. ll•