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Where do I send my equipment for repair?
Does the Printmaker 35 have one or two condenser lenses?
In what slot does the condenser lens go into my Printmaker 35?
Does Beseler Manufacturer a step-down transformer from 220V to a 120V?
Can I print color with the Cadet II?
How do I change the lamp in my Cadet II?
Why are the sides of my print out of focus and the center seems to be in focus?
Can the Printmaker 35 produce prints from a 6x7 film format?
What is the largest print I can make with my Printmaker 35?
I have fall off on all the edges of my print. How can I correct this?
How can I keep my negatives from falling out of focus?
Where can I purchase Beseler equipment?
Where can I learn more about Beseler's history?
How can I reach Beseler?
Can I order direct from Beseler?

Q. Where do I send my equipment for repair?
A. All Beseler products, in and out of warranty can be repaired by the following authorized companies:

1. Peachtree Camera and Video Repair
562 Wylie Road, Suite 6
Marietta, GA 30067
770.795.8020
2. Professional Photographic Repair
7910 Raytheon Road
San Diego, CA 92111
858.277.3700

Q. Does the Printmaker 35 have one or two condenser lenses?
A. The Printmaker 35 comes equipped with ONE 2¼ lens.

Q. In what slot does the condenser lens go into my Printmaker 35?
A. The condenser lens does NOT go into any of the slots; it is placed on the floor of the lamp house.

Q. Does Beseler manufacturer a step-down transformer that will allow me to use a 120 volt enlarger in a country that uses a 220 system?
A. Yes. You can use the STep-Down Transformer (cat.#674702) with the following enlargers and light sorces:
Printmaker 67 Dichro and 67 XLD
67 Variable Contrast Light source
23CIII Dichro and 23CIII VC

Q. Can I print color with the Cadet II?
A. Yes, with the addition of 3x3 color printing filters

Q. How do I change the lamp in my Cadet II?
A. Unscrew the 3 small screws at the base of the lamp house and lift the lamp house off. Unscrew the lamp when cooled and replace with a PH140 lamp. Refasten the lamp house to the enlarger.

Q. Why are the sides of my print out of focus and the center seems to be in focus?
A. The enlarger may be out of optical alignment. Realign the enlarger or check to make sure that the negative has not buckled due to the heat of the lamp.

Q. Can the Printmaker 35 produce prints from a 6x7 film format?
A. Yes, with the addition of the 6x7 conversion kit.

Q. What is the largest print I can make with my Printmaker 35?
A. The Printmaker 35 can produce an 11x14 print on the baseboard.

Q. I have fall off on all the edges of my print. How can I correct this?
A. Check that the correct focal length lens is being used. If using a condenser light source, the condenser must be set to teh correct film format. The negative carrier has to be positioned correctly in the negative stage. If useing a deffusion light source, make sure the light source is closest to the negative carrier.

Q. How can I keep my negatives from falling out of focus?
A. Check to see if the negative has buckled due to the heat of the lamp. If so, use a heat absorbing glass. Also, make sure that the focus has a firm feel to it. If the focus feels loose, tighten the tension springs in the lower housing.

Q. Where can I purchase Beseler equipment?
A. Most photographic stores throughtout the US carry Beseler equpment. You can locate your closest dealer through the Beseler hotline at 800.237.3537

Q. Where can I learn more about Beseler's history?
A. Click on this link to read more about the company history.

Q. How can I reach Beseler?
A. Click on this link for information about reaching Beseler.

Q. Can I order direct from Beseler?
A. Yes, you can order directly from Beseler.
Please contact the Beseler order department at 800.237.3537 ext. 8201 or Fax: 800.966.4515.
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