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Tips on Speedlight care and Notes on batteries
Cleaning
• Use a blower brush to remove dirt and dust from the
SB-30 and clean it with a soft, clean cloth. After using
the SB-30 near saltwater, wipe the SB-30 with a soft,
clean cloth slightly moistened with plain water to remove
salt, and then dry it using a dry cloth.
Storage
• Store the SB-30 in a cool, dry place to prevent
malfunctions, due to high humidity, as well as the
growth of mold or mildew.
• Keep the SB-30 away from chemicals such as camphor
or naphthalene.
• Do not use or leave the SB-30 in locations subject to
high temperatures such as those encountered near a
heater or stove, as this may cause damage to the unit.
• When not using the SB-30 for more than two weeks, be
sure to remove the battery before storage to prevent
malfunction due to battery leakage.
• Take the SB-30 out about once a month, insert the
battery, and fire the unit several times to reform the
capacitor.
Operating location
• An extreme temperature change can cause condensa-
tion inside the SB-30. When taking the SB-30 to a very
hot place from a very cold place or vice versa, place it
inside an airtight container such as plastic bag. Leave it
inside for a while, then expose the SB-30 gradually to
the outside temperature.
• Avoid exposing the SB-30 to strong magnetism or radio
waves from TVs or high-voltage power transmission
towers, as this may cause it to malfunction.
• While the SB-30’s flash mode is set to wireless slave
flash, the flash unit may accidentally fire in locations
containing flickering fluorescent lights.
Install one 3V lithium battery (CR123A or DL123A).
• Replace the battery in advance or carry extra batteries
with you when photographing important events.
• Use a dry cloth to clean the battery terminals if they
become soiled by perspiration or oils from your hand.
Dirty contacts may cause a bad connection.
Use a fresh battery at low temperatures
• The SB-30 may not work correctly when using an
exhausted battery at low temperatures.
• Battery power tends to weaken as the temperature
drops, resulting in slower recycling times and reduced
number of flashes. Battery power may recover when the
temperature returns to normal.
• Use a fresh battery, or keep spare batteries warm and
use them when the temperature becomes low.
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