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• When using the flash, do not go too close to human eyes (particularly for babies, toddlers, and children)
or animal eyes. Otherwise, when the flash fires, the light may cause damage to human eyes or irritate
animals.
• Batteries could explode, for instance. All batteries can cause property damage, injury or burns if a
conductive material such as jewelry, keys or beaded chains touch exposed terminals. The material may
complete an electrical circuit and become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any batteries, particularly
when placing it inside your pocket, purse, or other container with metal objects. Do not dispose of
batteries in fire as they may explode.
• To prevent electric shock, do not attempt to disassemble or repair your camera by yourself.
• Some camera models accept non-rechargeable batteries. When using these batteries, do not charge them.
Otherwise, dangers such as explosion and fire may occur.
• Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the
instructions.
• Warranty
• Warranty is void if damage or system failure occurred due to outside factors such as collision, fire, flood,
dirt, sewage, earthquake, and other force majeure events as well as incorrect usage of electricity or use of
non-original accessories.
• It is the sole responsibility of the user if problems (such as data loss and system failure) occurred due to
non-factory installed software, parts, and/or non-original accessories.
• Do not change the camera. Any changes to the camera invalidate the warranty.
Taking care of your camera
• Always keep the camera in the accompanying leather case or pouch for better protection against splashes,
dust, and collision.
• The only way of replacing the battery and the memory card is to open the battery/card cover.
• Dispose of unwanted batteries and cameras as permitted by the laws in your countries.
• Water may cause a fire or electric shock. Therefore, store your camera in a dry place.
• If your camera becomes wet, wipe it with a dry cloth as soon as possible.
• Salt or seawater may cause severe camera damage.
• Do not drop, knock, or shake the camera. A rude behavior of using the camera may damage the internal
electronic circuit board, deform the lens shape, or make the lens unretractable.
• Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the camera.
• Finger grease may be left on the camera lens and will result in unclear images or videos. To avoid this
problem, be sure to clean the camera lens before taking pictures or recording videos. You should also
clean the camera lens on a regular basis.
• If the lens is dirty, use a lens brush or soft cloth to clean the lens.
• Do not touch the lens with your fingers.
• If a foreign substance or water gets in your camera, please turn the power off immediately and disconnect
the batteries. Next, remove the foreign substance or water and send it to the maintenance center.
• Whenever there is data in the internal memory or the external memory card, you should make a backup
copy to a computer or disc. So, you can have a backup solution if data loss occurs.
• If the lens cannot retract into the camera, please replace the batteries first (usually this is because of
drained batteries). Then the lens should retract automatically. If the lens still cannot retract, please
contact your dealer.
• Under no circumstances should you push the lens back manually as this may damage the camera.
• All original accessories are designed only for use with this camera model you purchased. Do not use these
accessories with other camera models or cameras of other brands to avoid unpredictable danger or
damage.
• Before initial use of a memory card, always use the camera to format the card first.
• Remember to slide the write-protect tab (if available) to the unlock position. Otherwise, all data (if any)
on the memory card is protected and the card cannot be edited or formatted.
Operating environment
• Do not use or store your camera in the environments listed below:
• Direct sunlight
• Dusty places
• Next to an air conditioner, electric heater or other heat sources
