86 ENInformationCleaning and storing the cameraCamera careExterior:• Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is very dirty, soak the cloth in mildsoapy water and wring well. Wipe the camera with the damp cloth and thendry it with a dry cloth. If you have used the camera at the beach, use a clothsoaked in clean water and well wrung.• Foreign materials may be attached to the camera when using the camera inconditions with foreign materials such as dirt, dust or sand. If you continue touse the camera in such conditions, it could cause damage to the camera.To avoid such damage, wash the camera using the following method.1 Close and lock the battery/card compartment/connector cover firmly. (P. 6)2 Fill a bucket or other container with fresh water, immerse the camera facingdownward in the bucket and shake the camera thoroughly. And rinse thecamera by placing it directly under a strong stream of tap water whileoperating the buttons and dial and opening and closing the monitor.Monitor:• Wipe gently with a soft cloth.Lens:• Blow dust off the lens with a commercial blower, then wipe gently with a lenscleaner.Do not use strong solvents such as benzene or alcohol, or a chemicallytreated cloth.Mold may form on the lens surface if the lens is left dirty.Battery/USB-AC adapter:• Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.