Kodak DCS 300 Series, User Manual

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Camera Care
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This chapter discusses the cleaning and care of your camera. It also provides instructions
for loading new firmware.
Handling
With careful handling, your camera should produce images of the highest quality for years
to come.
Tips
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Do not drop your camera or subject it to shock. While the camera has been
designed for durability, it is a precision instrument and should be handled with
care.
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Keep your camera out of salt spray and protect it from excessive moisture.
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Do not touch the camera’s electronic contacts with your fingers. Doing so can
hasten corrosion and affect proper camera operation.
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Do not touch the camera’s reflex mirror or focusing screen.
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Imager Clean is a delicate procedure. Refer to “Cleaning the Imager” on page 11-9.
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After removing a lens from the camera, place the camera body cap over the lens
mounting ring.
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Keep the lens cover in place when the camera is not in use.
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Condensation is a problem when bringing cold equipment into a warm place. If the
autofocus optics cloud over, accuracy may be seriously affected. Before entering a
warm place, put equipment in a plastic bag so condensation forms on the outside of
the bag.
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Do not leave the camera in an excessively hot place.
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Do not lubricate the camera.