CARE AND STORAGE

Operating Temperature and Conditions

•This camera is designed for use from –20 to 50 °C (4 to 122 °F).

•Never leave your camera where it may be subjected to extreme temperatures such as the glove compartment of a car.

•Data panel response time will be slow at colder temperatures. The display will temporarily darken at higher temperatures, but will restore when the temperature normalizes.

•This camera is not waterproof or splashproof. When using the camera in the rain, protect the camera and the lens.

•Never subject the camera to extreme humidity.

•To prevent condensation from forming, place the camera in a sealed plastic bag when bringing it from cold environment to a warm environment. Allow it to come to room temperature before removing it from the bag.

•The low-battery symbol may appear even with fresh batteries depending on the storage conditions. To restore camera power, repeat turning the camera on and off.

•Battery capacity decreases at colder temperatures. Keep your camera and spare batteries in a warm inside pocket when shooting in cold weather. Batteries will regain some of their capacity when warmed to normal operating temperature.

•Tape over the exposure-mode and exposure-compensation dials if the film needs to be removed from the camera in a darkroom or changing bag due to a drive problem. Fogging may occur if the luminous dials are not covered.

Storage

When storing your camera for extended periods,

•Always attach the protective caps.

•Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from dust and chemicals such as moth balls. For long periods, place the camera in an airtight container with a silica gel drying agent.

•Periodically release the camera’s shutter to keep it operating properly.

•Before using after prolonged storage, check the camera’s operation to make sure it is functioning properly.

Cleaning

•If the camera or lens barrel is dirty, wipe it gently with a soft, clean, dry cloth.

If the camera or lens comes in contact with sand, gently blow away loose particles - wiping may scratch the surface.

•To clean the lens surface, first brush away any dust or sand then, if necessary, moisten a lens tissue with lens cleaning fluid and gently wipe the lens in a circular motion, starting from the center.

•Never place lens fluid directly on the lens.

•Never touch the interior of the camera, especially the shutter and mirror, doing so may impair their alignment and movement.

•Dust on the mirror will not affect the exposure but may affect the focus. Use a blower brush to remove dust from or around the mirror.

•Never use compressed air to clean the camera’s interior, it may cause damage to sensitive interior parts.

•Never use organic solvents to clean the camera.

•Never touch the lens surface with your fingers.

Before Important Events

•Check the camera’s operation carefully, or take test photographs.

•Minolta is not responsible for any loss that may occur due to an equipment malfunction.

Questions and Service

•If you have questions about your camera, contact your local camera dealer or write to the Minolta distributor in your area.

•Before shipping your camera for repair, please contact an authorized Minolta Service Facility for details.

•Settings made or saved by the user, including Data Memory or Custom Functions, may be lost during repair.

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