Usage notices
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Maintaining the device’s water and dust
resistance
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This device is water and dust resistant, and meets the following international
standards.
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5ATM water resistance classification certification: Was tested by submerging
the device in 50 m of fresh water for 10 minutes, leaving it still, without any
movement, to meet the requirements of
ISO 22810:2010
.
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IPX8 water resistance classification certification: Was tested by submerging
the device in 1.5 m of fresh water for 30 minutes, leaving it still, without any
movement, to meet the requirements of IEC 60529.
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IP6X dust resistance classification certification: Was tested to meet the
requirements of IEC 60529.
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You can use this device when you are exercising, washing your hands or on a rainy
day.
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You can use this device when you are swimming in a pool or the sea where the water
level is not deep.
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The water resistance of your Galaxy device is not permanent and may diminish over
time. It is recommended to have your Galaxy device’s water resistance tested once a
year at a Samsung Service Centre or an authorised service centre.
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You must follow these guidelines to maintain the water and dust resistance of your
device.
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After swimming, and before the pool water or seawater has dried, rinse the device
with fresh water and dry it thoroughly with a soft, clean cloth to maintain its
water resistance. The water resistance may be affected by the disinfectants in
swimming pool water or the salt in seawater.
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If the device gets wet with liquid other than fresh water, such as coffee, drinks,
soapy water, oil, perfume, sunscreen, hand sanitiser, or chemical products like
cosmetics, rinse the device with fresh water and dry it thoroughly with a soft,
clean cloth to maintain its water resistance.