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Safety Precautions
We have paid close attention to the safety of this camera. When using this camera, we
request your special attention regarding items marked with the following symbols.
Warning
This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could cause serious per-
sonal injuries.
Caution
This symbol indicates that ignoring this item could cause minor or me-
dium personal injuries, or loss of property.
About the Camera
Warning
• Do not disassemble or modify the camera. High voltage areas are present inside the camera,
with the risk of electric shock.
• If the camera interior is exposed due to dropping or otherwise damaging the camera, never
touch the exposed portion. There is a risk of electric shock.
• Do not aim the camera at the sun or other strong light sources when taking photos or leave
the camera sitting in direct sunlight with a lens cap off. Doing so may cause the camera to
malfunction or cause a fire.
• Do not look through the viewfinder while pointing the lens at the sun. Doing so may lead to
a loss of eyesight or cause vision to be impaired.
• If any irregularities occur during use, such as smoke or a strange odor, stop use immediately,
remove the battery, and contact your nearest service center. Continued use can cause a fire
or electric shock.
Caution
• Do not fire the flash while your hand is covering the emitter. Doing so may result in burns.
• Do not fire the flash while clothing, etc. is covering the emitter. Doing so may result in dis-
coloration.
• Some portions of the camera heat up during use. There is a risk of low temperature burns
when holding such portions for long periods.