38 For Your SafetyCaring for the ProductObserve the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety”(pages 27-29) and “ Notes About Shockproof, Waterproof, and DustproofPerformance and Condensation” (pages 32-35) when using or storing the device.The CameraDo Not Apply Strong Impact to the CameraThe product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration. In addition, donot touch or apply force to the lens.Avoid Sudden Changes in TemperatureSudden changes in temperature, such as when entering or leaving a heated buildingon a cold day, can cause condensation to form inside the device. To preventcondensation, place the device in a carrying case or a plastic bag before exposing it tosudden changes in temperature.Keep Away from Strong Magnetic FieldsDo not use or store this device in the vicinity of equipment that generates strongelectromagnetic radiation or magnetic fields. Doing so could result in loss of data orcamera malfunction.Do Not Point the Lens at Strong Light Sources for Extended PeriodsAvoid pointing the lens at the sun or other strong light sources for extended periodswhen using or storing the camera. Intense light may cause the image sensor todeteriorate or produce a white blur effect in photographs.Turn the Product Off Before Removing or Disconnecting the Power Source orMemory CardDo not remove the battery while the product is on, or while images are being saved ordeleted. Forcibly cutting power in these circumstances could result in loss of data orin damage to the memory card or internal circuitry.Notes About the Monitor• Monitors (including electronic viewfinders) are constructed with extremely highprecision; at least 99.99% of pixels are effective, with no more than 0.01% beingmissing or defective. Hence while these displays may contain pixels that are alwayslit (white, red, blue, or green) or always off (black), this is not a malfunction and hasno effect on images recorded with the device.• Images in the monitor may be difficult to see under bright lighting.• Do not apply pressure to the monitor, as this could cause damage or malfunction.Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury caused by brokenglass and to prevent the liquid crystal from the display touching the skin orentering the eyes or mouth.
