Konica FC-1 repair (and how to remove top plate)

[blee1996]

Hi, I recently got a Konica FC-1 that needs repair. It only takes one photo and then stop working. After re-installing the battery, the camera can shoot another photo and then stop again.

Since it is one of the Konica F-series, the usual culprits are the fouled insulation pads underneath flexible cable connector, and Sticky Electromagnets.

I have repaired FT-1 motor before, but this FC-1 presents a challenge in opening up the top plate. There is no little pinholes to remove the shutter speed selector.

Any suggestions? Thanks!

 

[4season]

I'd try removing the more obvious fasteners, and see if the top cover lifts off with shutter speed dial in place.

 

[blee1996]

I have good news to report: the camera seems back in life. I didn't open it up. I just power cycle the camera many times by inserting and removing the battery pack, and user B shutter speed to exercise the shutter electromagnets (probably sticky due to long term no use). And now it seems working properly. Let's see if it last until tomorrow...