Use & Care of Housing
Pre Dive Function Check
Just before entering the water, review the steps that you have carried out the to close the housing.
Most importantly check that the housing is closed, and the pressure release plug is screwed to the
home position. Take a visual check of the O-ring seal. It is also useful to switch on the camera and
check that controls e.g.
ON
/
OFF
,
ZOOM
and
SHUTTER
functions operate normally. In case of
misalignment of the camera, simply open the case and correct the problem. Check also the battery
status on the LCD display.
General Operation
The control levers and push buttons consist of internal double O-ring seals on a stainless steel shaft.
This arrangement is very reliable. As a precaution though, when operating the controls, one should
avoid excessive rapid movements, as this may cause a distortion of the O-ring. You should realize
that the camera takes a few seconds to
POWER UP
. If the camera does not appear to respond to a
control action, be sure that no other controls are pressing on the camera, i.e. locking out further
actions. Wear the wrist strap--it is easy to inadvertently let go of the housing, especially if you are
distracted.
Cleaning & Storage
Care and Maintenance
The body and lid of the housing are made of polycarbonate. Polycarbonate was selected for its
outstanding tensile strength, hardness, toughness and its crystal clear transparency/ high gloss
surface. It has good resistance to weathering, although long-term exposure to sunlight should be
avoided. Normal operating temperature range is from 3°C to 36°C (Storage temperature: -10°C to
50°C)
It is good practice to rinse off your housing with fresh water after every dive. Avoid exposure to
fine sand. After a series of 10 or more dives, e.g. after a dive holiday, it is recommended to immerse
the housing for 2-3 hours in warm water to dissolve any salt deposits that may have built up. No
chemical cleaners should be used. Mild detergents e.g. shampoo and soap based cleaners are
permitted.
Important!
Polycarbonate may be harmed by some household
chemicals--the housing should never be exposed to the
following classes of chemicals:
benzene, toluene, xylene, chlorinated hydrocarbons,
methanol, any other solvents, strong acids and bases
For long-term storage please remove the main body to lid O-ring.
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