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Precautions
1)
This camera
is
not resistant to water, and
cannot
be
used underwater or outdoors if
raining or snowing. If accidentally dropped
in
water, contact
an
authorized Canon serv-
ice facility as quickly as possible. Remove
water droplets from the camera with a
clean dry cloth. If exposed to salt spray,
clean
it
thoroughly afterward with a clean,
damp, well-rung cloth.
2)
Do
not attempt to disassemble the camera
yourself. Always take it to an authorized
Canon service facility for repair.
3)
Remove the battery if you do not expect to
use the camera for about three weeks or
longer.
4)
When storing the camera, wrap
it
in
a
clean, soft cloth and then place it
in
a cool,
dry, dust-free place.
Be
sure to keep the
camera out of direct sunlight, and away
from
"hot
spots" such as the trunk or rear
window shelf of a car. Avoid places where
moth balls are used, and
in
excessive hu-
midity, use a desiccant.
5)
Carefully ch
eck
the
operation
a
fter
prolonged storage.
6)
The battery may explode or cause burns
if disassembled, recharged, shorted, ex-
posed to high temperatures, or disposed of
in
fire.
7)
Color reproduction may be adversely af-
fected if film
is
left
in
the camera for a long
time
.
Always
develop
exposed
film
promptly.
8)
Film passing through x-ray examinations at
airports may
be
exposed and
ru
ined even
while loaded
in
the camera. Request a
hand-checked inspection to avoid damage.
•
See
p.45 for camera care.
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