Canon IXUS 510 HS User Manual

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4• Before using the product, please ensure that you read the safety precautions describedbelow. Always ensure that the product is used correctly.• The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to prevent injuries toyourself and other persons, or damage to the equipment.• Be sure to also check the guides included with any separately sold accessories youuse.Safety PrecautionsWarning Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death.• Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to people’s eyes.Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash could damage eyesight. In particular,remain at least 1 meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash.• Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants.Strap: Putting the strap around a child’s neck could result in asphyxiation.• Use only recommended power sources.• Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the product.• Avoid dropping or subjecting the product to severe impacts.• To avoid the risk of injury, do not touch the interior of the product if it has beendropped or otherwise damaged.• Stop using the product immediately if it emits smoke, a strange smell, orotherwise behaves abnormally.• Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean theproduct.• Do not let the product come into contact with water (e.g. sea water) or otherliquids.• Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to enter the camera.This could result in electrical shock or fire.If liquids or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turnthe camera off and remove the battery.If the battery charger becomes wet, unplug it from the outlet and consult your cameradistributor or a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.• Use only the recommended battery.• Do not place the battery near or in direct flame.• Unplug the power cord periodically, and using a dry cloth, wipe away any dustand dirt that has collected on the plug, the exterior of the power outlet, and thesurrounding area.• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.• Do not use the equipment in a manner that exceeds the rated capacity of theelectrical outlet or wiring accessories. Do not use if the power cord or plug aredamaged, or not fully plugged into the outlet.• Do not allow dirt or metal objects (such as pins or keys) to contact the terminalsor plug.The battery may explode or leak, resulting in electrical shock or fire. This could causeinjury and damage the surroundings. In the event that a battery leaks and the batteryelectrolyte contacts eyes, mouth, skin or clothing, immediately flush with water.