Panasonic HFS014045: Cautions for Use

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– In locations with high temperatures and humidity

Cautions for Use

levels or where the changes in temperature and

humidity are acute

∫ About the Lens

– In locations with high concentrations of sand,

Take care not to drop or knock the lens. Also

dust or dirt

take care not to put a lot of pressure on the lens.

– Where there is fire

≥ Take care not to drop the bag that you inserted the

– Near heaters, air conditioners or humidifiers

lens in as it may strongly shock the lens. The

– Where water may make the unit wet

camera may stop operating normally and pictures

– Where there is vibration

may no longer be recorded. Also, the lens may be

– Inside a vehicle

damaged.

≥ Refer also to the operating instructions of the

When using pesticides and other volatile

digital camera.

substances around the camera make sure that

≥ When the unit is not going to be used for a

they do not get onto the lens.

prolonged period, mold and other problems may

≥ If such substances get onto the lens they can

cause performance failure. It is recommended that

damage the exterior case or cause the paint to

you check the unit’s operation prior to use.

peel.

≥

Do not leave the lens in contact with rubber or

Do not carry the unit when it is still attached to

plastic products for extended periods of time.

the camera body.

≥ Do not touch the lens contact point. Doing so can

≥ Under no circumstances should the unit be stored

cause failure of the unit.

in any of the following locations since doing so

≥ Do not disassemble or alter the unit. If the internal

may cause problems in operation or

parts require inspection or repair, take the unit to

malfunctioning.

the vendor.

– In direct sunlight or on a beach in summer

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