Do not run it at high speed without film. If you have test film, load and run it. Listen to and watch the movement to assure that the camera is running at a constant speed and is taking up properly. Open the pressure plate and examine the gate for dirt or foreign matter. Examine the interior of the camera and magazines for dirt.
Staff can clean camera body.
Compressed air may be used on magazines. Verify function of footage counter and tachometer. Make sure you can set the diopter for your eye. Test zoom, focus and aperture functions of the lens. Inspect lens and filters for cleanliness and scratches.