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TM 5-3610-259-14
Poor contact with plate will result if excess tape is used, or if pieces of
film are overlapped.
Opaquing solutions for covering pinholes should be
properly thinned.
A solution that is too thick will prevent perfect contact.
Handle flats and plates carefully to avoid kinks and creases that will result
in poor contact points.
Lift flats and plates by opposite corners to help
prevent kinking and scratching.
Avoid fingerprints on film and plates.
Handle films and plates only under lights recommended by manufacturer.
9.
Place presensitized surface plate on vacuum blanket.
h.
Place flat on top of plate, using your register system, or alining the flat
with the lead edge of the plate.
i.
Lower glass frame and lock left- and right-hand latches in place.
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