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Caution
Do not point the lens directly at the sun or at a strong light
s o u r c e .
Malfunction of internal parts may occur from concentrated rays of light.
Using the camera in such conditions may cause short circuits and break-
down of insulation, resulting in overheating and/or fire.
Take care not to get fingers caught in the battery/card cover.
Personal injury may occur as a result.
When using the camera inside an airplane, follow the direc-
tions of the airline company.
Electric waves emitted from the camera may affect airplane cockpit
instruments.
Do not use the flash near eyes.
Eye injury may occur as a result.
When taking a picture, make sure that the flash surface is clean
and
be careful not to cover the flash.
If the flash surface is dirty or you take a shot with the flash covered, it is
possible for the flash surface quality or color to change, due to the high
temperature of the flash.
Check that the polarity is correct when inserting batteries.
The battery may heat, damage or leak if the polarity is not correct, possi-
bly causing skin burns and/or personal injury as a result.
Do not use batteries which have become contaminated with oil or
perspiration.
If soiled, wipe the contacts with a dry cloth before use.
When cleaning or carrying out non-photographic operations
on the camera, disconnect the AC adapter for safety.
Do not leave the camera in locations such as:
A l o c a t i o n e x p o s e d t o d i r e c t s u n l i g h t o r i n s i d e a c a r, e t c .
w h e r e t h e t e m p e r a t u r e m a y b e c o m e e x t r e m e l y h i g h .
Fire and/or damage to the unit may occur.
Within the reach of children.
The strap may wrap around the neck causing strangulation, or accesso-
ries such as batteries, Memory Card, etc. may be swallowed.
Unstable surfaces such as on an unstable table or an angled
s u r f a c e .
Camera dropping on the head or other body parts may not only cause
personal injury but malfunction of the unit as well.
A location exposed to lampblack, steam, high humidity, dust
or vibration.
If dust or liquid enters the camera or if the internal parts are damaged
by strong vibration, overheating, fire or electrical shock may occur as a
result.