23(ENG) DVQX1963EnglishCautions for Use0 Do not spray the lens with insecticides or volatilechemicals.– If such substances get onto the lens they candamage the exterior case or cause the paint to peel.0 Do not point the lens at the sun or other stronglight sources.– This may cause the lens to collect an excessiveamount of light, resulting in fire and malfunction.0 Do not use while directly touching the lens at lowtemperatures for a long period of time.– In cold places (environments below 0 oC (32 oF), suchas ski slopes), prolonged direct contact with the metalparts of the lens may cause skin injury. Use gloves orsimilar when using the lens for long periods.0 When cleaning, wipe lightly using a soft dry cloththat does not produce dust.– Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinners,alcohol, kitchen cleansers, etc., as this can causeproblems such as deformation of the casing orpeeling of the coating.– Do not use wipes with chemicals.0 Do not keep products made of rubber, PVC or similarmaterials in contact with the lens for a long period oftime.0 Do not disassemble or alter this product.0 When the lens is not going to be used for a prolongedperiod, we recommend storing with a desiccant (silica gel).0 Check all the parts before recording when you have notused the lens for a long period of time.0 Avoid using or storing the lens in any of the followinglocations as this may cause problems in operation ormalfunctioning:– In direct sunlight or on a beach in summer– In locations with high temperatures and humiditylevels or severe changes in temperature andhumidity– In sandy or dusty locations– Where there is fire– Near heaters, air conditioners or humidifiers– Where water may make the lens wet– Where there is vibration– Inside a vehicle0 Refer also to the operating instructions for the digitalcamera.TroubleshootingA rattling sound, etc. is heard when the digitalcamera is turned on or off or the lens is shaken.There is a sound from the lens when taking pictures.0 This is the sound of the lens moving and apertureoperation. It is not a malfunction.