Introduction
Canon "E-18 error" happens when the lens gets stuck in the extended position. The LCD will display a little E-18 in the lower-left corner and start beeping.
What you need
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Place camera lens facing upwards on the table.
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Press and hold down the power button.
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Simultaneously press down the shutter button.
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Replace the batteries in the camera.
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Remove the old batteries from the camera and wait a few moments.
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Put in a fresh set of batteries.
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Close battery slide and power camera back on.
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Put blow dryer in the "no heat" setting prior to plugging it in.
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Plug in and turn the blow dryer on.
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Blow air in the gaps between the lens.
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In conclusion, using this guide to fix the E-18 on the lens of the Canon PowerShot A80,will allow the camera to capture photos once again. To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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