Troubleshooting: The Speedlite does not fire.
| Article ID: ART121085 |
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Date published: 05/12/2015 |
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Date last updated: 08/17/2015 |
Description
Troubleshooting: The Speedlite does not fire.
Solution
The Speedlite does not fire
| The batteries are installed in the wrong orientation |
Install the batteries in the correct orientation |
| The Speedlite's batteries are exhausted |
If the flash recycling time takes 30 sec. or longer, replace the batteries.
Install the Speedlite's batteries even when you use an external power source
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| The Speedlite is not attached securely to the camera |
Attach the Speedlite's mounting foot securely to the camera |
| The electrical contact of the Speedlite and the camera are dirty |
Clean the contact with a clean dry cloth |
| If the Pilot light is red and is then pushed in and the Speedlite does not fire possibly |
The flash needs to be serviced |