Ricoh Ricoh wg-m1 Camcorder User Manual


 
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Make sure there are no foreign objects (dust, sand, hair, lint or liquid) on the rubber seals or the
surface they contact before closing the battery/card cover. Wipe off any foreign objects with a
clean lint-free cloth.
Close the battery/card cover properly until it click. Otherwise water may get in and damage the
camera.
Be Careful Near the Water
Avoid opening the battery/card cover when near the waterside or with wet hands. Wait until the
camera is completely dry before changing the battery or the microSD Card. Avoid changing the
battery or card where the camera is likely to get wet or dirty, and make sure that your hands are
dry.
The camera will sink if dropped in water, so be sure to attach the strap and slip the strap over
your wrist when using the camera in or near water.
To enhance the waterproof performance of the camera, the front of the lens is protected by
glass. As any dirt or water on the glass will affect the quality of pictures taken, the glass should
be kept clean at all times.
Precautions When Using the Camera in the Water
Do not use the camera deeper than 10 meters underwater. Do not use the camera underwater
for more than 60 minutes consecutively.
Do not open the battery/card cover underwater.
Do not use in hot water or in a hot spring.
Do not apply excessive force to the camera, for example diving into water with it. Doing so may
compromise the waterproof performance of the camera or cause the cover to open.
Leaving the camera on the sand at the beach may cause the camera to exceed its operating
temperature or cause the speaker or microphone to become blocked with sand.
Avoid subjecting the camera to substantial vibrations, shocks, or pressure as this may cause a