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PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR CAMERA
Precautions when taking pictures
• Do not use the camera where it may come in contact with rain, water or any other liquid, because the camera is not weather, water, or liquid resistant. Should the camera get wet from rain, splashing water, or any other liquid, wipe it off immediately with a dry soft cloth.
• Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit a solid object.
If the camera suffers a severe shock or impact, take it to a Pentax service center for inspection.
• Be careful not to subject the camera to strong vibrations, shock or pressure. Use a cushion to protect the camera when carrying it in a motorcycle, car, boat, etc.
• Condensation on the interior or the exterior of the camera may be extremely harmful to the camera mechanism as it may cause rust and/or corrosion.
Furthermore, if the camera is taken from warm temperature to a subfreezing one or vice versa, the formation of icelets may cause damage. In such a case, put the camera into a case or plastic bag so that any change in temperature difference is minimized. Do not remove it from the bag until temperature has stabilized.
Precautions for storage
• Avoid leaving the camera for extended periods in places where temperature and humidity are high such as in a car.
• Do not store the camera in a closet with mothballs or in a case where chemicals are handled. Store it in a place with good air circulation to prevent fungus growth.
Precautions for proper care
• Use a blower and lens brush to remove dust accumulated on the lens or the viewfinder window.
• Never use solvents such as paint thinner, alcohol or benzene to clean the camera. To clean the external camera surfaces, - but not glass surfaces; using a dry or silicone-treated cloth is recommended.
Other precautions
• The temperature range at which this camera functions properly is 50˚ to -10˚C (122˚F to 14˚F).
