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7. Appendix

Q & A on the use of the PFL-E01

Q1:

Which electronic flashes can be used with this case?

A1:

The PFL-E01 case is designed exclusively for the FL-36 Electronic Flash.

Q2:

What precautions must be taken when loading the electronic flash into the Case?

A2:

Pay special attention to the following items when loading the flash into the Case.

(1) Check that the remaining capacity of the batteries in the electronic flash is sufficient.

Mount the electronic flash on the hot shoe of the Case correctly and tighten the shoe

lock dial of the electronic flash tightly.

(2) Before sealing the Case, confirm that the O-ring has been installed properly in the Case.

(3) Confirm that the O-ring and the O-ring contact surface are free of dirt, hairs, and other

foreign matter.

(4) Insert the silica gel for defogging. Please use silica gel specified for the Olympus Case.

(5) Confirm that the TTL cable and hot shoe cable are connected properly.

Q3:

What cautions must be observed when using and storing the Case?

A3:

Pay special attention to the following items.

(1) When the O-ring contact surface is pressed strongly from the outside of the Case, or

when the Case is twisted, the waterproof function may be impaired and water leakage

may be caused.

(2) When the Case is used, left or stored at the following locations, defective operation or

trouble may be caused. Always avoid such locations.

(a) Places where the Case can reach high temperatures under direct sunlight or in a

car, places with extremely low temperatures, and places with extreme temperature

variations.

(b) Places with open fire

(c) Places with volatile substances

(d) Places with vibrations

(3) The following instances could lead to operational problems and/or damage to this case

and the flash inserted in it. Avoid knocks and sudden increase in pressure caused by:

(a) Hitting other objects

(b) Dropping

(c) Placing heavy objects on top of the Case

(4) When the Case is not used for a long time, trouble from formation of mold etc. may be

caused. Before use, confirm the operation of all operation parts and perform the

advance test and the final test.

(5) When not using this case, be sure to take the flash out.

Q4:

What cautions must be observed when opening and closing the Case?

A4:

Pay special attention to the following items.

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Summary of Contents for PFL-E01

Page 1: ...e FL 36 Caisson tanche de flash lectronique pour le FL 36 Unterwassergeh use f r das elektronische Blitzger t FL 36 Carcasa submarina de flash electr nico para el FL 36 PFL E01 2005 OLYMPUS IMAGING CO...

Page 2: ...Instruction Manual Electronic Flash Waterproof Case For the FL 36 PFL E01 PFL E01 E 2005 5 25 4 36 PM 1...

Page 3: ...dents injuries or material damage that may occur during the use of this product When using the Case only the TTL AUTO and MANUAL flash modes can be used When using the Case flash bounce angle adjustme...

Page 4: ...ed 4 This product is suitable for use at water pressures equivalent to depths of up to 60 meters Please note that diving at depths greater than 60 meters may result in deformation or damage to this pr...

Page 5: ...g take care that it does not project from the groove and that it is not twisted Also when sealing the Case close the lid after confirming that the O ring has not come out of the groove 7 This product...

Page 6: ...used Water deeper than 60 meters This product is made of polycarbonate resin with excellent impact resistance but it may be damaged by scraping against rocks etc It also may break when it hits hard o...

Page 7: ...ting the hot shoe cable E 11 3 Mounting on an arm E 12 2 Advance Check of the Case E 13 Advance test before use E 13 Advance Test E 13 3 Inserting the electronic flash E 14 Checking the electronic fla...

Page 8: ...ic flash E 19 Cleaning the case with pure water E 20 Disconnecting the TTL cable E 20 Drying the case and TTL cable E 20 6 Maintaining the Waterproof Function E 21 Remove the O ring E 21 Remove any sa...

Page 9: ...ssories should be missing or damaged Authorized distributors list Authorized service centres list FL 36 PFL E01 Instruction manual this manual Hot shoe cable Silicone grease Silica gel Pick for O ring...

Page 10: ...nctions refer to the electronic flash s instruction manual Select dial Buckle hook Buckle lock unlock lever Light emitting window Arm mount Diffuser Underwater TTL cable connector Hot shoe Underwater...

Page 11: ...eful when you need to temporarily reduce the flash intensity for close up macro shooting CAUTION Connection to the camera case To perform underwater TTL shooting using this case connect the underwater...

Page 12: ...tely dry before connecting or disconnecting the underwater TTL cable O rings are attached to the case s TTL connector caps and the underwater TTL cable s connectors to keep out water If any fibers san...

Page 13: ...the camera case After inserting the camera insert the hot shoe unit of the hot shoe cable all the way into the camera s hot shoe The hot show cable can be disconnected by reversing the connection ste...

Page 14: ...he Case can also be mounted on a commercially available arm with a width of 12 mm Insert the arm into the arm mount and turn the provided arm mount knob all the way to clamp the arm Do not use excessi...

Page 15: ...auses of water leakage are as follows One or more O rings have not been installed Part of an O ring or an entire O ring is outside the specified groove O ring damage cracks deterioration or deformatio...

Page 16: ...ed Open the battery compartment cover Insert batteries in the correct orientations Close the battery compartment cover Checking the batteries Press the power button to switch the electronic flash on C...

Page 17: ...electronic flash to unclamp it Hold the dial of the electronic flash firmly with a finger and slide it out from the hot shoe Be sure to switch the electronic flash OFF before loading Do not apply exce...

Page 18: ...he front and rear lids to confirm that the O ring is not twisted or out of the groove and that no foreign matter has been caught Switching the electronic flash on Press the power button and confirm th...

Page 19: ...o enter Are there air bubbles coming out between the lids Please check carefully 3 Check that no water has entered into the Case Remove the Case from the water and check that no water has accumulated...

Page 20: ...uding digital camera setup refer to the instruction manuals for the camera and flash When this Case is used the AUTO shooting mode of the electronic flash cannot be used Even if the mode button of the...

Page 21: ...e to exchange the battery place a sheet downwind from some object and take care that no water or sand is sprayed Never touch the electronic flash and or batteries when your hands are wet with sea wate...

Page 22: ...ure that the case and TTL cable are free of water drops loosen the lock dial screw and disconnect the TTL cable Do not apply excessive force when disconnecting the cable Be careful not to leave dust o...

Page 23: ...cks can be done by squeezing the entire circumference of the O ring lightly with your fingertips Use a lint free clean cloth or cotton swab to remove the foreign matter attached to the O ring groove A...

Page 24: ...t in Use caution not to squeeze or pull the O ring too hard 3 Check that there is no damage or irregularities on the O ring Once the grease has permeated throughout the O ring check it for damage or i...

Page 25: ...When the O ring contact surface is pressed strongly from the outside of the Case or when the Case is twisted the waterproof function may be impaired and water leakage may be caused 2 When the Case is...

Page 26: ...salt and dry the case in the shade Never use hot air from a hair dryer or other appliances to dry the case and never place it in direct sunlight to dry as this could deform discolor damage or deterio...

Page 27: ...of the surface and impairment of the waterproof function 3 In order to avoid deformation of the O ring when the Case is not used for a long time remove the O ring from the Case apply a thin coat of t...

Page 28: ...grease PSOLG 1 This is a special grease for silicone O ring maintenance 3 Silica gel SILCA 5 This is a desiccant used to prevent fogging of the glass parts of the Case The quantity is five bags You ca...

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