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<Storing the camera>
• Leaving the camera in a warm place (e.g. at the beach during the summer, in direct
sunlight inside a vehicle) for a long period of time will result in deterioration of the
film and batteries, having a negative effect on the camera.
• If the camera is to be left unused for a long period of time, remove the batteries to
guard against damage from fluid leakage.
Caution
Warning
<Notes on the Shutter Curtain>
The shutter curtain is made of very thin material. Never push it with a finger, or touch or
wipe it. When changing film, take care to ensure that the film tip does not touch the
shutter curtain. When using an air blower, ensure that only a gentle jet of air is used. If
the jet is too strong it may damage or deform the curtain. Never use a pressurized
blower.
<Photography using infrared film>
The characteristics of this camera prevent the use of infrared film for photography.
<Microcomputer Protective Circuit>
This camera incorporates a safety circuit to protect its microcomputer again strong
external static electricity. Operation of the circuit may prevent operation of the camera
in rare cases. In this case, set the main switch to OFF, remove and reload the batteries,
and continue using the camera.
Warning
• Avoid storing the camera in humid and dusty locations,
wardrobes containing insecticide, or laboratories containing
chemicals. Storage under these conditions may result in damage
to, and short-circuit of, electronic components, with the possibility
of smoke or fire. Ensure that the camera is stored in a location
with good ventilation.
• Do not touch the battery terminals with conductive metal objects
(e.g. tweezers). This will reduce the life of the batteries, and may
result in a short-circuit.
• Adhere strictly to the following requirements. Failure to do so
may result in damage to the batteries, fire, injury or contamina-
tion of the immediate surroundings.
Use only the specified batteries in the camera.
Do not throw batteries in the fire, short-circuit while charging,
dismantle, or heat under any circumstances.
Do not mix new and used batteries, batteries from different
manufacturers, or different types of batteries, in the camera.
CR2 batteries (3V lithium batteries) must not be charged
under any circumstances.
• When disposing of batteries, insulate the terminals by covering
with tape etc. to prevent contact with other metal objects which
may result in splitting of the batteries, or fire.
• Store batteries out of reach of children. Contact a doctor immedi-
ately if a battery is swallowed. Swallowing may result in a leak in
the battery, causing damage to the stomach and intestines.
<Cautions for handling batteries>
• Battery performance generally deteriorates as temperature is reduced. In cold areas, the
camera should be placed under thermal protective covering, or inside the clothing, before
and after use. Batteries which have deteriorated due to low-temperature will recover if
returned to normal temperatures.
• Contamination of the + and - terminals of the batteries with sweat and oils may prevent
good contact. Always wipe the terminals thoroughly with a dry cloth before using the bat-
teries.
• Always take new, spare batteries on long trips etc.
• The camera will not operate if the battery contacts do not match those in the battery com-
partment.
Caution
• Do not take photographs while moving. In particular, do not move
while looking through the viewfinder. Use in such situations may
result in a fault in the camera.
• Do not pay excessive attention to the subject at the expense of
your surroundings during photography.
• Do not leave the camera within reach of infants or children. Take
particular attention when using the camera near infants or chil-
dren, and do not leave it unattended. Infants and children do not
understand the safety warnings and cautions, and this may result
in the following.
• The camera dropping or falling, with consequent injury.
• The camera strap being wrapped around the neck, resulting in
suffocation.
