•Before every use, remove the
O ring and carefully check the
ring, O-ring channel, and O-
ring contact surface. With
your thumb and index finger
touching the O ring on each
side of the cover, apply pres-
sure and slide the O ring
toward the hinge to create
slack, as shown. Grasp the
slackened loop with your fin-
gers to remove the O ring;
never use a sharp or pointed
tool.
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS NAMES OF PARTS
HANDLING AND MAINTENANCE OF THE O RING
The O ring on the back door of the Marine Case provides an airtight water-resis-
tant seal. Improper handling and maintenance of the O ring can cause flooding
of the case. Read and follow the precautions carefully.
•Visually examine the O ring, O-ring channel, and O-ring contact surface.
Remove any foreign matter, dirt, sand, hair, etc. If the ring has any physical
imperfections or damaged (rough edges, cuts, etc.), replace it.
•Lubricate the ring with the supplied O-ring grease after the examination. Dab a
small amount of grease between your fingers and draw the ring through your
fingers until it is evenly coated. Use the grease sparingly. Too much grease
attracts foreign matter.
•Only use the supplied grease; the use of other types or brands of O-ring
grease may damage the O ring and cause leakage.
•Do not bend or twist the ring when fitting it into the O-ring channel. It may pre-
vent the ring from forming an adequate seal and cause leakage.
•Replace the O ring every year. O ring may have to be replaced more frequent-
ly, depending on maintenance, the amount of use, and storage conditions.
•You can purchase additional O rings and grease from your dealer or at a
Minolta Service Facility.
O-Ring Set (OR-GS200) includes a ring and a tube of grease.
Main switch
Tripod socket
Shutter-release button
Front glass
Care should be taken to keep
this surface clean.
Mode dial
Left and right buttons
Enter button
Quick View/delete button
Latch
Menu button
Display button
Flash-mode button
OPERATION ENVIRONMENTS
•Do not load or open the Marine Case in a wet, sandy, or dusty environment.
•Install the camera, memory card, or battery in a cool, dry environment to
reduce the formation of condensation.
•The camera has been designed for use in temperatures from 0°C to 40°C
(32°F to 104°F). When used in the case, do not use the camera continuously
for more than 30 minutes in temperatures over 35°C (95°F).
•Do not expose the case to large waves or swells.
•Moving the case between hot and cold environment may cause condensation
(water droplets) to form internally. Condensation may result in damage to the
camera. Place the case in a sealed plastic bag to prevent condensation from
forming. Allow the case and camera to come to room temperature before
removing them from the bag. If condensation forms inside the case, remove
the camera immediately, and wipe the condensation from both the camera and
case with a soft, dry cloth. Place the camera and case in a dry place for sev-
eral hours to allow all moisture to evaporate.
•Never leave the case exposed to extreme temperatures, such as in a car
parked in the sun or a hot sandy beach. The case may be deformed resulting
in leakage.
•Never leave the camera and case in a humid environment. It may cause dam-
age.
•If sunscreen or tanning lotions come in contact with the case, immedi-
ately rinse them off with warm water. The chemicals in these products
may cause damage.
Up/down lever
OTHERS
•Do not subject the Marine Case to shock or impact.
•Do not jump or dive into the water while holding the case.
•The case has been constructed with an airtight seal. Changes in air pressure
can prevent the case from opening or cause permanent damage to the case’s
structural integrity. When packing it for air travel, unlock the latch or remove
the O ring to alleviate pressure caused by atmospheric changes. When the
case is used in a low-pressure environment such as a high mountain, open
the case periodically during descent to alleviate the pressure difference.
