8SQT1299Cautions for UseTake care not to drop or knock the lens. Also take carenot to put a lot of pressure on the lens.• Take care not to drop the bag that you inserted the lens inas it may strongly shock the lens. The camera may stopoperating normally and pictures may no longer berecorded. Also, the lens may be damaged.• When carrying the digital camera with the lens attached,hold both the digital camera and the lens.When using pesticides and other volatile substances aroundthe camera make sure that they do not get onto the lens.• If such substances get onto the lens they can damage theexterior case or cause the paint to peel.Do not point the lens at the sun or other strong lightsources.• This could cause the lens to collect an excessive amountof light, resulting in fire and malfunction.• Under no circumstances should the unit be stored in anyof the following locations since doing so may causeproblems in operation or malfunctioning.– In direct sunlight or on a beach in summer– In locations with high temperatures and humidity levels orwhere the changes in temperature and humidity are acute– In locations with high concentrations of sand, dust or dirt– Where there is fire– Near heaters, air conditioners or humidifiers– Where water may make the unit wet– Where there is vibration– Inside a vehicle• Refer also to the operating instructions of the digitalcamera.• When the unit is not going to be used for a prolongedperiod, we recommend storing with a desiccant (silica gel).Failure to do so may result in performance failure causedby mold, etc. It is recommended that you check the unit’soperation prior to use.• Do not leave the lens in contact with rubber or plasticproducts for extended periods of time.• Do not touch the lens contact point. Doing so can causefailure of the unit.• Do not disassemble or alter the unit.Do not use benzine, thinner, alcohol or other similarcleaning agents to clean the lens glass or exteriorcabinet.• Using solvents can damage the lens or cause the paint to peel.• Wipe off any dust or fingerprints with a soft, dry cloth.• If dust or dirt accumulates on the lens mount rubber, focusring, or aperture ring, wipe it off with a dry dust-free cloth.• Do not use a household detergent or a chemically treatedcloth.A sound is heard when the camera is turned on or off.When I take pictures of a bright subject, such as asubject outside, or when I take pictures with a largeaperture value, the lens makes a sound.• This is the sound of lens or aperture movement and is nota malfunction.Troubleshooting