OPTIMO - Optimo Shutter Repair
Comprehensive service manual for the Optimo pneumatic shutter, a high-speed precision instrument manufactured by Wollensak between 1909 and 1930 and known in Europe as the Velosto. This workshop manual provides detailed step-by-step disassembly and repair procedures with particular emphasis on correcting faulty diaphragm blades. Each disassembly stage is thoroughly illustrated with clear photographs to guide reassembly and ongoing maintenance. The manual stresses the critical importance of tracking part sequence during removal to streamline reconstruction and restore proper functioning. Practical troubleshooting guidance and a complete parts reference make this an essential resource for anyone working on these historically significant shutters—a must-have technical resource for vintage camera repair specialists and restoration technicians.
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Document Details
- Format
- Pages
- 23
- Size
- 5.1 MB
- Category
- Photography