6• 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 one 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 batteries.• Do not look through the viewfinder at bright light sources (such as the sun on aclear day).This could damage your eyesight.• Use only the recommended batteries.• Do not place the batteries near or in direct flame.The batteries may explode or leak, resulting in electrical shock or fire. This could causeinjury and damage the surroundings. In the event that batteries leak and the batteryelectrolyte contacts eyes, mouth, skin or clothing, immediately flush with water.• Turn the camera off in places where camera use is prohibited.The electromagnetic waves emitted by the camera may interfere with the operation ofelectronic instruments and other devices. Exercise adequate caution when using thecamera in places where use of electronic devices is restricted, such as inside airplanesand medical facilities.A1300COPY