E-28Replace consumable products.
The O-ring is a consumable product. Independent of the number of
times the Case is used, it is recommended that the O-ring should
be replaced by a new one at least once a year.
Deterioration of the O-ring is accelerated by the use conditions and
the storage conditions. Replace the O-ring even before a year has
passed if it shows signs of damage, cracking or loss of elasticity.
Note:•
Please use original Olympus products for the silicone O-ring
grease, the silica gel, and the O-ring. These consumable
products also can be purchased at an Olympus service
station.
:•Always perform maintenance of the waterproof
function even when the Case has been opened to
exchange the battery or the image storage during
shooting. Neglecting this maintenance may become
the cause of water leakage.
•When the Case is not to be used for a long time,
remove the O-ring from the groove to prevent
deformation of the O-ring, apply a thin coat of silicone
grease, and store it in a clean plastic bag or the like.
•When drying is done with salt attached, it is likely that
a function impairment will be caused. After use,
always wash off any salt.
CAUTION
Install the O-ring
Confirm that no foreign matter is attached, apply a thin coat of the
accessory grease to the O-ring, and fit the O-ring into the groove. At
this time, confirm that the O-ring does not stick out from the groove.
❈This sections explains how to apply lubricant to the camera case.
Use the same procedure for the flash case.
:•When a mechanical pencil or a similar other sharp
object is used to remove the O-ring or to clean the
inside of the O-ring groove, the Case and the O-ring
may be damaged and water leakage may be caused.
•When the O-ring is checked with the fingertips, take
care not to stretch the O-ring.
•Never use alcohol, thinner, benzene or similar solvents
or chemicals detergents to clean the O-ring. When such
chemicals are used, it is likely that the O-ring will be
damaged or that its deterioration will be accelerated.
CAUTION
How to Apply Grease to the O-ring
1Apply the
specified grease
Make sure there is no dirt on your
fingers or on the O-ring; then
squeeze about 5 mm of grease
onto your fingertip.
2Spread the grease
over the O-ring.
Using two fingers and a thumb,
spread the grease over the O-ring
while rubbing it in. Use caution not to
squeeze or pull the O-ring too hard.
3
Check that there
is no damage or
irregularities on
the O-ring.
Once the grease has permeated
throughout the O-ring, check it for damage
or irregularities (both visually and by
touch). If you notice any abnormalities,
replace the O-ring with a new one.
4
Apply the grease
to the O-ring
contact surface.
Use any residual grease on your
fingertips to clean and lubricate the O-
ring contact surface on the front lid.