IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon HD Camcorder

VIXIA HF M30 A / VIXIA HF M31 A / VIXIA HF M32 A / VIXIA HF M300 A and all its accessories.

1Read these instructions.

2 Keep these instructions.

3 Heed all warnings.

4 Follow all instructions.

5 Do not use this apparatus near water.

6 Clean only with dry cloth.

7Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

8Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

9Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

10Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

11Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

12Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

13Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

14Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

15Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

16Follow Instructions — All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed.

17Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. The product should be cleaned only as recommended in this manual.

18Accessories — Do not use accessories not recommended in this manual as they may be hazardous.

19Avoid magnetic or electric fields — Do not use the camera close to TV transmitters, portable communication devices or other sources of electric or magnetic radiation. They may cause picture interference, or permanently damage the camera.

20Water and Moisture — Hazard of electric shock — Do not use this product near water or in rainy/moist situations.

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