Storage and Cleaning

Storage

If the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry area with the terminal cover in place. To prevent mold or mildew, store the camera in a dry, well-ventilated area. Do not store your camera with naphtha or camphor moth balls or in locations that:

are poorly ventilated or subject to humidities of over 60%

are next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields, such as televisions or radios

are exposed to temperatures above 50 °C (122 °F) or below –10 °C (14 °F)

Cleaning

Use a blower to remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. After using the camera at the beach or sea-

side, wipe off sand or salt with a cloth lightly dampened in Camera body distilled water and dry thoroughly. Important: Dust or other

foreign matter inside the camera may cause damage not covered under warranty.

 

Lenses are easily damaged. Remove dust and lint with a

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blower. If using an aerosol blower, keep the can vertical to

 

Lens

prevent the discharge of liquid. To remove fingerprints and

 

 

other stains, apply a small amount of lens cleaner to a soft

 

 

cloth and clean with care.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remove dust and lint with a blower. When removing finger-

 

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prints and other stains, wipe the surface lightly with a soft

 

cloth or chamois leather. Do not apply pressure, as this

 

 

 

 

could result in damage or malfunction.

 

 

 

 

 

Dust shield

The dust shield is easily damaged. Remove dust and lint

 

with a blower.

 

 

 

Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.

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