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1. SERVICE NOTE
1-1. WATER-PROOF, DUST-PROOF, AND SHOCK-PROOF
1-1-1. Water-proof, Dust-proof, and Shock-proof Performance
About water-proof, dust-proof, and
shock-proof performance of the camera
shock-proof performance of the camera
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 IP58. The
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 IP58. The
camera is operable up to a water depth of 3 m for 60 minutes.
• Do not directly subject the camera to flowing water such as tap water.
• Do not use in hot springs.
• Use the camera in the recommended operating water temperature range of
• Do not use in hot springs.
• Use the camera in the recommended operating water temperature range of
–10°C to +40°C (14°F to 104°F).
• Conforming to MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock standards, this product
has passed testing when dropped from a height of 1.5 m above a 5-cm thick
plywood board
plywood board
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* 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.
inspected at an authorized repair shop for a fee.
• Accessories supplied do not meet water-proof, dust-proof, and shock-proof
specifications.
Notes before using the camera under/near water
• Make sure that no foreign matter such as sand, hair, or dirt gets inside the
• Make sure that no foreign matter such as sand, hair, or dirt gets inside the
battery/memory card cover or multi-connector cover. Even a small amount
of foreign matter may lead to water entering the camera.
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.
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. Do not use a sharp-pointed
implement to prevent the sealing gasket and
its mating surfaces from becoming scratched.
a soft cloth that will not leave behind any
fibers. Do not use a sharp-pointed
implement to prevent the sealing gasket and
its mating surfaces from becoming scratched.
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Sealing gasket
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Surface contacting the
sealing gasket
• Do not open/close the battery/memory card cover or multi-connector 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”.
water getting inside. Before opening the cover, perform the procedure
described in “Cleaning after using the camera under/near water”.
• Open the cover with the camera completely dry.
• Always confirm that the battery/memory card cover and multi-connector
• Always confirm that the battery/memory card cover and multi-connector
cover have been securely locked.
Notes on using the camera under/near water
• Do not subject the camera to shock such as from jumping into water.
• Do not open and close the battery/memory card cover or multi-connector
• Do not subject the camera to shock such as from jumping into water.
• Do not open and close the battery/memory card cover or multi-connector
cover while under/near water.
• Use a separately available housing (Marine Pack) if going more than
3 meters under 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.
• Select
(Underwater) in Scene Selection to shoot underwater with less
distortion.
• If water drops or other foreign matter is present on the lens, you will be
unable to record clear images.
Cleaning after using the camera under/near
water
• Always clean the camera with water after use
water
• 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, water-proof
performance will be degraded.
memory card cover before cleaning is finished.
Sand or water may get inside places where it
cannot be seen. If not rinsed, water-proof
performance will be degraded.
• Allow the camera to sit in pure water poured into a cleaning bowl for more
than 5 minutes. Then, gently shake the camera, press each button, slide the
zoom (W/T) lever or the lens cover inside the water, to clean away any salt,
sand or other matter lodged around the buttons or the lens cover.
zoom (W/T) lever or the lens cover inside the water, to clean away any salt,
sand or other matter lodged around the buttons or the lens cover.
• 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 water-
proof performance.
with a hair dryer as there is a risk of deformation and/or degraded water-
proof performance.
• This camera is constructed to drain water. Water will drain from openings
around the ON/OFF (Power) button, zoom (W/T) lever, and other controls.
After removing from water, place the camera on a dry cloth for a while to
allow water to drain.
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.
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.
performance.
• Opening/closing the battery/memory card cover or multi-connector cover
may lead to degradation of the sealing gasket. We recommend that once a
year you take the camera to your dealer, or to an authorized repair shop, to
have the sealing gasket replaced for a fee.
year you take the camera to your dealer, or to an authorized repair shop, to
have the sealing gasket replaced for a fee.
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