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Camera care and the waterproof
performance
To prevent water from entering the camera, be sure to observe the
following before use.
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Do not open or close the card/battery door or terminal
cover in sandy or dusty locations, while close to water, or
with wet hands.
When the camera is used in the locations described above, sand or
dust may enter through the gaps of the card/battery door or terminal
cover and adhere to the camera without you knowing. Make sure in
advance that the levels of the battery and card memory are sufficient.
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The use of the supplied silicone jacket is recommended
to prevent the card/battery door or terminal cover from
opening unexpectedly.
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The performance of the camera’s rubber seal starts to
deteriorate after 1 year.
It is recommended that you contact a Panasonic Service Centre at
least once a year to have the rubber seal replaced (subject to a fee).
Using the camera underwater
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Use this camera in a water depth of 3 m (10 feet) or less, in a water
temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C, and do not use continuously
underwater for longer than 60 minutes.
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Do not use in hot water exceeding 40 °C (such as a bath or hot springs).
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Do not open or close the card/battery door or terminal cover.
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Do not subject the camera to an impact underwater. (It may impair the
waterproof performance and allow water to enter.)
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Do not dive into the water holding the camera. Do not use in locations
subject to strong water flows, such as in rapids or under waterfalls. (The
strong water pressure may cause a malfunction.)
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The camera sinks in water. Attach the camera securely to yourself, such
as by wearing the hand strap around your wrist, to prevent you from
dropping and losing the camera.
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If the camera is splashed by substances such as detergent, soap, hot spring
water, bath powder, sun oil, sunscreen or chemicals, wipe off immediately.
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The card and battery are not waterproof. Do not handle them with wet
hands. Further, do not insert a wet card or battery into the camera.
Opening and closing the card/battery door and terminal cover
At the time of purchase, the [LOCK] switches of the card/battery door and
terminal cover are in the locked position.
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[LOCK] switch position
: Locked position
: Unlocked position
: [LOCK] switch
: Terminal cover
: Card/Battery door
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To open
Slide the [LOCK] switch in the direction of
the arrow until the red area ( ) is visible
The lock is unlocked.
Slide the release lever ( ) to the [LOCK]
switch side
The card/battery door and terminal cover open.
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To close
While the [LOCK] switch is unlocked,
push the card/battery door and terminal
cover closed until they click
• To prevent water from entering the camera,
make sure that no foreign objects are trapped in
the card/battery door and terminal cover, such
as liquid, sand, hair or dust.
• If the door or cover is closed while the [LOCK]
switch is locked, it may cause damage or let
water enter the camera.
Lock the [LOCK] switch by sliding it in
the direction of the arrow until the red
area is no longer visible
• If the camera is used while a door or cover is
not closed properly, it may open.
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