Canon A-1 - Manual (Page 168)

Proper Care of the Camera
Your A-1 is a rugged, high-quality camera. It
will work properly if operated and cared for
properly. Never force anything. If you have
a problem that is not answered in the in­
structions below, follow the advice of your
nearest
Canon serviceman. We recommend
taking the A-1 to an authorized Canon
service facility at least once every three years
for a complete checkup.
Storage
The best thing you can do for your A-1 is to
use it regularly, but in the event that it
won’t be used for quite a while, first remove
it from any camera bag or soft case. Then
remove the battery to prevent possible cor­
rosion to the terminals. Recap the lens, and
if the body is stored separately from the
lens, put the body cap and the rear lens cap
on. Wrap it in a clean" soft cloth along with
silica gel or some other desiccant to keep it
dry, and store it in a cool, dry, dust-free
place. Avoid storing it in the rear window,
glove compartment or other “hot spots’’ of
an automobile, in a place such as a labora­
tory where chemicals could cause corrosion
and rust, or in a dusty, damp, or hot place.
Keep it out of direct sunlight. Before using
the A-1 after it has been stored for a long