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Film cleaner

A machine, fluid, or approved process used to remove dust, oils, and debris from motion-picture film.

Reviewed

A machine, fluid, or approved process used to remove dust, oils, and debris from motion-picture film.

Use cases

  • Identify the film base and condition, use archive- or manufacturer-approved chemistry and equipment, ventilate, and test fragile material first.

Setup

  • Confirm the intended use, inspect the equipment, and coordinate placement with the responsible department.

Safety notes

  • Use only within manufacturer ratings and the production safety plan.

In practice

Identify the film base and condition, use archive- or manufacturer-approved chemistry and equipment, ventilate, and test fragile material first.

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