Konica Minolta KD-500Z user manual Do not use batteries which have become soiled with oil or sweat

Important Safety Precautions (Cont’d)

Caution

When taking a picture, wipe off the flash surface and be careful not to cover the flash.

If the flash surface is dirty or you take a shot with the flash covered, it is possible for the flash surface quality or color to change, due to the high temperature of the flash.

Check that the polarity is correct when inserting batteries.

The battery may heat, damage or leak if the polarity is not

correct, possibly causing skin burns and/or personal injury

as a result.

Do not use batteries which have become soiled with oil or sweat.

If soiled, wipe the contacts with a dry cloth before use.

When cleaning or carrying out non-photographic operations on the camera, disconnect the AC adapter for safety.

Do not leave the camera in locations such as:

•A location exposed to direct sunlight or inside a car, etc. where the temperature may become extremely high. Fire and/or damage to the unit may occur.

•Within the reach of children.

The strap may wrap around the neck causing strangulation, or accessories such as batteries, Memory Card, etc. may be swallowed.

•Unstable surfaces such as on an unstable table or an angled surface.

Camera dropping on the head or other body parts may not only cause personal injury but malfunction of the unit as well.

•A location exposed to lampblack, steam, high humidity, dust or vibration.

If dust or liquid enters the camera or if the internal parts are damaged by strong vibration, overheating, fire or electrical shock may occur as a result.

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