Help needed on Nettel Sonnet

[manggokhs]

I have found out that the front bed of my Nettel Sonnet stays a bit opened when I try to close it, even if the bellows is fully pushed in.

I see that the front of the lens extrudes a bit, pushing the front bed out slightly.

The bed does close as it is quite flexible, but I am worried if this would eventually break down the hinge.

Is this normal to the Nettel Sonnet?

I have attached photos to help understanding...

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(The faceplate has been removed for repair)

[Jim Noel]

I wouldn't force the front to close. If possible, I would remove the lens and shutter

[Jody_S]

Maybe just unscrew the front element to see if the body catch at the top of the box is working. It looks to be there on the body, but I can't see the matching piece on the door.

[manggokhs]

Thanks for the replies!!

I will remove the shutter if this is not typical for the Sonnet.

And yes, the bed does catch the latch.

I would also appreciate if someone who owns one could give an answer...!

[manggokhs]

Found out this is the camera's normal state.

Thanks much!