Nikon COOLPIX AW100 manual Cleaning after using the camera underwater, Xiii

<Important> Shockproof, waterproof, dustproof, condensation, GPS/digital compass

Notes on using the camera underwater

Observe the following precautions to prevent water from seeping inside the camera.

•Do not dive into water deeper than 10 m (33 ft) with the camera.

•Do not continuously use the camera underwater for 60 minutes or more.

•Use the camera in the water temperature range from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) when using it underwater.

Do not immerse the camera in hot water (such as bath or hot spring) that is higher than 40°C (104°F).

•Do not open or close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover underwater.

•Do not subject the camera to shock when using it underwater.

Do not jump into water with the camera or subject it to high water pressure conditions such as rapids or waterfalls.

•This camera does not float in water. Make sure not to drop the camera underwater.

Cleaning after using the camera underwater

•After using the camera underwater, clean the camera within 60 minutes. If you leave the camera in wet conditions where salt particles, hot spring particles, or other foreign substances are adhered to it, this could cause damage, discoloration, corrosion, a bad smell or deterioration of waterproof performance.

•Before cleaning the camera, thoroughly remove water droplets, sand, salt particles, hot spring particles, or other foreign substances from your hands, body, and hair.

•It is recommended to clean the camera indoors to avoid a place where it could be exposed to water spray or sand.

•Do not open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover until all foreign substances are washed off with water and all moisture is wiped off.

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