Introduction
Caution and Warning Symbols
These Operating Instructions feature the following caution and warning symbols to indicate items of special importance. Be sure to read the contents of these warnings carefully, and use the features correctly.
a DANGER | This symbol indicates procedures which have a high likelihood of resulting in |
death or serious personal injury if not followed properly. | |
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a WARNING | This symbol indicates handling procedures which may result in death or |
personal injury if not followed properly. | |
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a CAUTION | This symbol indicates procedures which may result in injury to the user, or |
physical damage to the product if not followed properly. | |
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Handling Precautions
<Precautions for Operating the Camera>
•If camera or batteries become hot, emit smoke or a burning smell, or display other abnormal symptoms, remove them from the camera immediately to prevent fire. When handling the batteries, take precautions to avoid being burned.
•Never attempt to disassemble or modify the camera, since you may receive a severe electric shock.
a WARNING • Do not operate the electronic flash at close proximity to a person’s eyes (especially those of an infant), since eye damage may result.
•Do not attempt to take pictures while driving or walking since you may cause an accident.
•When taking pictures, remain aware of your surroundings and what is happening around you.
•Clean the camera well after using it at the beach or other locations subject to large concentrations of sand or dust. Salt air may promote corrosion of metal components and damage or short circuits in electronic parts, causing the camera to emit smoke or catch fire. Sand inside the camera may result in internal damage and operating malfunctions.
•If the camera is brought quickly from a cold place to a warm room, condensation may form on the lens and internal parts. Such condensation may result in damage or short circuits in electronic parts, causing the camera to emit smoke or catch fire. Whenever possible, avoid subjecting the camera to sudden changes in
a CAUTION | temperature, and if condensation occurs, turn off the camera power quickly and |
| leave it off until all condensation is gone. |
•This camera is a precision electronic instrument, and should be protected from impacts and falls that might cause damage to internal parts or the shorting of circuitry.
•This camera is an electronic device which uses a
•When taking the camera overseas or using it to record important events, check its operating condition and take test pictures beforehand to confirm proper operation.
•This camera is not designed to be waterproof, and cannot be used in the rain or under water. If the camera should inadvertently be exposed to water, it should be taken quickly to a Kyocera/Yashica Service Center for inspection.
•Take great care to keep the photography lens and light sensor clean since soiling such as fingerprints can affect the accuracy of the camera’s metering and focusing functions. If these areas become soiled and require cleaning, wipe them gently with a
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