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Housing Maintenance
Your Ikelite Digital Housing should be given the same care and
attention as your other photographic equipment. In addition to normal
maintenance, we recommend that the housing be returned to Ikelite
periodically to be checked and pressure tested.
Do not leave the camera and housing in direct sunlight for prolonged
periods. Heat may damage the camera.
Do not ship the camera in the housing.
Before using the housing, always check the tightness of the set
screw in each control knob. Check each control gland penetrating
the housing to make sure they are tight. There is a slight chance that
either could vibrate loose during travel.
Keep area where the o-ring fits and sealing surface of the housing
clean.
Rinse the housing exterior thoroughly in freshwater after each
saltwater use. Depress push buttons repeatedly in freshwater to
eliminate trapped saltwater. Dry with a soft cloth. Dry lens port to
eliminate water spotting. After several uses in saltwater, soak the
housing exterior in a mild soap solution; rinse and dry before storing.
When storing the housing, remove the main housing o-ring, lightly
lubricate, and place in a plastic bag. Do not stretch the o-ring. Place
the plastic bag with o-ring inside the housing for safe keeping.
Leave lid snaps in the open position when not using the housing for
extended periods.
Always disassemble and clean the housing Tray/Handle(s) before
storage. Over time, corrosion can make components difficult to
disassemble.
Control Maintenance
Ikelite controls are designed to provide years of reliable service with
minimal maintenance.