EN-39
Maintaining a Waterproof Seal
Every camera is tested for quality and a waterproof seal. It is your responsibility to
properly care for the O-ring and O-ring contact surfaces to maintain a waterproof
seal. Carefully follow these important O-ring care instructions. Not following these
care instructions may cause the camera to leak and void your warranty.
1. Carefully
inspect O-ring and O-ring contact surfaces for damage
(cuts, scratches,
tears, cracks, dents and any other imperfections.)
before every use
. Rub finger
along O-ring and O-ring contact surfaces to inspect for damage. Replace O-ring
or have the camera serviced if the O-ring or O-ring contact surfaces are damaged.
Do not use the camera if O-ring or O-ring contact surfaces are damaged.
Inspect and replace O-ring if damaged: A=Cut, B=Tear, C=Dent
2. Carefully inspect and
clean O-ring and O-ring contact surfaces
for sand, hair
and other debris
before every use
.
Inspect and clean O-ring and O-ring contact surface for hair or fibers
(#1) and Sand, Salt or debris (#2)
3. Make sure O-ring is completely seated into O-ring groove before sealing camera.
O-ring must not be twisted when seated in the o-ring groove.
4. Replace O-ring every year to ensure proper seal.
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After each use underwater
:
a. Soak sealed camera in fresh water for about 15 minutes. Most dive boats
offer special fresh water buckets specifically for underwater photo equipment.
DO NOT put camera in fresh water designed for other dive equipment, like dive
mask, because that water may contain detergents which are harmful to the
camera.
b. Push all the control buttons several times while the camera is soaking to clean
out any salt water, sand or dirt that has accumulated during usage.
c. Use clean, soft cloth to dry the camera. You and the camera must be dry
before opening the waterproof door.
B
C
A
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