Nikon SB-800 Instruction Manual

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iiiFor your safety10 Do not fire the unit while the flash head is touching a person or object.Such use can result in the person being burned, and/or their clothes ignitingfrom the heat of the flash’s firing.11 Keep small accessories out of the reach of children to avoid thepossibility of the accessory being swallowed. If an accessory is accidentallyswallowed, immediately consult with a doctor.12 Use only the batteries specified in this instruction manual. Batteriesother than those specified could leak corrosive liquids, explode or catch onfire or otherwise not perform satisfactorily.13 Do not mix battery types, brands or old and new batteries, as thebatteries could leak corrosive liquids, explode or catch on fire. When usingmore than one battery in a product, always use identical batteries that werepurchased at the same time.14 Non-rechargeable batteries such as manganese, alkaline-manganeseand lithium batteries should never be charged in a battery chargerbecause they could leak corrosive liquids, explode or catch on fire.15 When using standard size (AA, AAA, C, D) or other commonrechargeable batteries such as NiCd and Ni-MH battery types, or whenrecharging them, be sure to use only the battery charger specified bythe battery maker and read the instructions thoroughly. Do not rechargethese batteries with their terminals reversed in the charger or before thebatteries have cooled off sufficiently because they could leak corrosiveliquids, explode or catch on fire. The same caution also applies to using therechargeable batteries that may be supplied by the photo product’smanufacturer.CAUTIONS for Speedlights1 Do not touch the flash unit with wet hands, as this could cause anelectric shock.2 Keep the flash unit away from children to prevent them from putting theunit in or near their mouth, or otherwise touching a dangerous part ofthe product; as such contact could cause an electric shock.3 Do not apply strong physical shocks to the unit, as this could cause amalfunction that could cause the unit to explode or catch on fire.4 Never use active agents that contain flammable substances such aspaint thinner, benzene or paint remover to clean the unit, and neverstore the unit in locations containing chemicals such as camphor andnaphthalene, as this could damage the plastic case, cause a fire or causean electric shock.