DSC-TF1 - Sony Digital Camera Service Manual (repair manual). Page 4

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This camera is equipped to be water-proof, dust-proof and shock-proof.
Damage caused from misuse, abuse or failure to properly maintain the camera
is not covered by the limited warranty.
•  This camera is water-proof/dust-proof equivalent to IEC60529 IP68. The

camera is operable up to a water depth of 10 m (33ft) for 60 minutes.

•  Do not subject the camera to pressurized water, such as from a tap.
•  Do not use in hot springs.
•   Use the camera in the recommended operating water temperature range of

0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).

•   The shock resistance of this camera has passed the in-house drop test from a

height of 1.5 m (5ft) onto a 5-cm thick plywood board, which conforms to the
MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock standards (test method standard of the
U.S. Defense Department)*.

* Depending on use conditions and circumstances, no guarantee is made regarding

damage to, malfunction of, or the water-proof performance of this camera.

•   As for dust-proof/shock-proof performance, there is no guarantee that the

camera will not become scratched or dented.

•  Sometimes water-proof performance is lost if the camera is subjected to a

strong shock such as from being dropped. We recommend the camera be
inspected at an authorized repair shop for a fee.

•  Accessories supplied do not meet water-proof, dust-proof, and shock-proof

specifications.

•   Make sure that no foreign matter such as sand, hair, or dirt gets inside the

battery/memory card cover. Even a small amount of foreign matter may lead
to water entering the camera.

•   Confirm that the sealing gasket and its mating surfaces have not become

scratched. Even a small scratch may lead to water entering the camera. If the
sealing gasket or its mating surfaces become scratched, take the camera to an
authorized repair shop to have the sealing gasket replaced for a fee.

•   If dirt or sand gets on the sealing gasket or 

its mating surfaces, wipe the area clean with 
a soft cloth that will not leave behind any 
fibers. Prevent the sealing gasket from 
becoming scratched by touching it while 
charging a battery or using a cable.

•   Do not open/close the battery/memory card cover with wet or sandy hands or

near water. There is a risk this will lead to sand or water getting inside.
Before opening the cover, perform the procedure described in “Cleaning
after using the camera under/near water”.

•   Open the battery/memory card cover with the camera completely dry.
•  Always confirm that the battery/memory card cover has been securely locked.

•   Do not subject the camera to shock such as from jumping into water.
•  Do not open and close the battery/memory card cover while under/near water.
•   This camera sinks in water. Place your hand through the wrist strap to

prevent the camera from sinking.

•   Faint, white, circular spots may appear in under-water flash photos due to

reflections off of floating objects. This is not a malfunction.

•  If water drops or other foreign matter is present on the lens, you will be

unable to record clear images.

•  Always clean the camera with water after use

within 60 minutes, and do not open the
battery/memory card cover before cleaning is
finished. Sand or water may get inside places
where it cannot be seen. If not rinsed, waterproof
performance will be degraded.

•  Allow the camera to sit in pure water poured

into a cleaning bowl for about 5 minutes.
Then, gently shake the camera, press each button, slide the zoom lever inside
the water, to clean away any salt, sand or other matter lodged around the buttons.

•  After rinsing, wipe away water drops with a soft cloth. Allow the camera to

dry completely in a shady location with good ventilation. Do not blow dry
with a hair dryer as there is a risk of deformation and/or degraded waterproof 
performance.

•  Wipe away water drops or dust on the memory card/battery cover with a soft 

dry cloth.

•  This camera is constructed to drain water. Water will drain from openings

around the ON/OFF (Power) button, zoom lever, and other controls. After
removing from water, place the camera on a dry cloth for a while to allow
water to drain.

•   Bubbles may appear when the camera is placed under water. This is not a 

malfunction.

•  The camera body may become discolored if it comes in contact with

sunscreen or suntan oil. If the camera does come in contact with sunscreen or
suntan oil, quickly wipe it clean.

•   Do not allow the camera to sit with salt water inside or on the surface. This

may lead to corrosion or discoloration, and degradation of water-proof 
performance.

•  To maintain the water-proof performance, we recommend that once a year

you take the camera to your dealer, or to an authorized repair shop, to have
the sealing gasket of the battery/memory card cover replaced for a fee.

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1 Sealing gasket
2 Surface contacting the

Sealing gasket