Sanyo VPC-CA102, VPC-CA100GX, VPC-CA100PX, VPC-CA100EX Storing and maintaining your camera

NOTE

k Storing and maintaining your camera

i Do not leave the camera unwashed after it has been immersed in salt water or if salt water is adhering to

it. Doing so may cause corrosion and discoloration of the plating, as well as deterioration of the camera’s waterproof capability.

i After the camera has been used in water, use fresh water to wash it. Never use soap or detergent to

clean the camera, as doing so will cause deterioration of the camera’s waterproof capability.

i After washing the camera, take care to completely drain it, and use a dry cloth to wipe off any drops of water adhering to it (page 69).

i Do not leave the camera in an environment colder than 0 °C (32°F) or warmer than 40 °C (104°F), as doing so may cause deterioration of the camera’s waterproof capability.

i Waterproof seals are used in this camera. It is recommended that the waterproof seals be replaced every year with new ones. For replacing the seals, please consult your dealer.

* Please note that there is a fee for replacing the waterproof seal.

k Beware of condensation

i Avoid opening and closing the battery cover and terminal cover in a high humidity environment, as doing so may cause condensation inside the camera.

i If condensation has formed inside the camera, as indicated for example by a cloudy lens, open the covers in a dry environment and leave the camera to dry.

k Other cautions

i Do not subject the camera to severe jolts, as doing so may deform the battery cover, terminal cover or the camera body, thus compromising its waterproof capability. If the camera has been subjected to a strong jolt, please consult with your dealer.

HINT

What is “JIS IPX8” (formerly “JIS protection grade 8”)?

i “JIS IPX8” specifies that a device is protected against the effects of continuous immersion in water.

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