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Equipment Care, Service and Guarantee
The Hasselblad XPan II is designed to withstand the rigours of professional use in most environments. To avoid the possibility of damage however, it should be protected from the following:
Extremes of temperature. High temperatures can have an adverse effect on both film and equip- ment. Try to avoid frequent and severe temperature changes. Be particularly careful in humid environ- ments. Corrosion of electrical contacts may occur in these situations if sufficient care is not taken. Allow the equipment to acclimatize before disassembly. Try to ensure the storage conditions in such environments are as dry as possible.
Dust and grit. You should take care to prevent dust and grit from getting into your equipment. In coastal areas take measures to protect your equipment from sand and
should be treated with great caution. In some cases they may be removed with a high quality lens cleaning solution on a tissue but be careful not to scratch the lens or touch any of the glass surfaces with your fingers. If in any doubt, do not attempt to clean lens glass surfaces yourself but allow a "Hasselblad Authorized Service Center" to treat them.
Impact. Your equipment can be damaged by severe physical shocks so practical protective precautions should be taken. When not in use, try to make a habit of storing your camera equipment in some form of protective case or bag to avoid accidental damage.
Loss. Hasselblad equipment is much sought after and you should take obvious steps to prevent theft. Never leave it visible in an unattended car, for example. Separate and specific camera insurance cover should be considered by professional users.
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