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8. Appendix
Q & A on the use of the PT-026
Q1 : Which digital cameras can be used?
A1 : The The PT-026 is only for the models Stylus 500/µ DIGITAL 500.
Q2 : What cautions must be observed when loading the digital camera
into the Case?
A2 : Pay special attention to the following items when loading the camera
into the Case.
(1) Check that the remaining capacity of the battery in the digital camera
is sufficient.
This should be checked as the LCD monitor is used under water, and
the battery consumption becomes faster.
(2) Check the remaining number of pictures on the image storage.
Please use a card with a sufficient remaining number in order to
reduce the number of times the Case has to be opened and closed.
(3) Remove the strap from the digital camera.
When the camera is loaded without removing the strap, the strap may get
caught when the Case is sealed and this will cause water leakage.
(4) Before sealing the Case, confirm that the O-ring has been installed
properly in the groove in the rear lid of the Case.
(5) Confirm that the O-ring and the O-ring contact surface on the front lid
are free of dirt, hairs, and other foreign matter.
(6) Insert the silica gel for defogging. Please use silica gel for the
Olympus Case.
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
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