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PRECAUTIONS AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Do not use your camera in the immediate vicinity of devices with
powerful magnetic, electrostatic or electromagnetic fields (e.g.
induction ovens, microwave ovens, television sets or computer
monitors, video game consoles, cell phones, radio equipment).
• If you place the camera on or very close to a television set, its
magnetic field could interfere with picture recordings.
• The same applies for use in the vicinity of cell phones.
• Strong magnetic fields, e.g. from speakers or large electric motors,
can damage the stored data or the pictures. If the camera mal–
functions due to the effects of electromagnetic fields, remove the
battery and then turn the camera on again. Do not use the camera
in the immediate vicinity of radio transmitters or high-voltage
power lines. Their magnetic fields can also interfere with picture
recordings.
• Protect the camera from contact with insect sprays and other
aggressive chemicals. Petroleum spirit (cleaning solvent), thinner
and alcohol may not be used for cleaning. Certain chemicals and
liquids can damage the camera’s housing or the surface finish.
• As rubber and plastics sometimes emit aggressive chemicals, they
should not remain in contact with the camera for a long time.
• Ensure that sand and dust cannot get into the camera, e.g. on the
beach. Sand and dust can damage the camera and the memory
card. Take particular care when inserting and removing the card.
• Ensure that water cannot get into the camera, e.g. when it is
snowing or raining and on the beach. Moisture can cause mal–
functions and even permanent damage to the camera and the
memory card.
• If salt water spray gets onto the camera, wet a soft cloth with tap
water, wring it out thoroughly and wipe the camera with it. Then
wipe down thoroughly with a dry cloth.
Important:
You should only use the accessories specified and described in these
instructions or by Leica Camera AG with the camera.