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Appendixes
Maintenance

Cautions when storing

• To protect your camcorder safely, turn it off.
- Remove the battery.
- Remove the memory card.

Cleaning the camcorder

Before cleaning, turn off the camcorder and remove the battery.
• To clean the exterior
- Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth. Do not apply excessive force
when cleaning. Gently rub the surface.
Do not use benzene or thinner to clean the camcorder. The exterior
coating could peel off or the case could deteriorate.
• To clean the LCD screen
Wipe very gently with a soft, dry cloth. Be careful not to damage the
screen.
• To clean the lens
Use a blower brush to remove dust, and then wipe the lens gently
with a soft cloth.
If necessary, wipe gently with lens paper or tissue.
- Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.
- If the lens looks dim, turn off the camcorder and leave it off for
about 1 hour.