172Appendix > Maintaining the cameraUsing the camera with caution in humid environmentsWhen you transfer the camera from a cold environment to a warm one,condensation can form on the lens or internal components of the camera.In this situation, turn off the camera and wait for at least 1 hour.If condensation forms on the memory card, remove the memory card fromthe camera and wait until all moisture has evaporated before reinserting it.Other cautions• Do not swing your camera by the strap. This may cause injury to yourselfor others or damage to your camera.• Do not paint your camera, as paint can clog moving parts and preventproper operation.• Turn off the camera when not using it.• Your camera consists of delicate parts. Avoid impacts to the camera.• Protect the display from external force by keeping it in the case whennot in use. Protect the camera from scratches by keeping it away fromsand, sharp implements, or loose change.• Do not use the camera if the screen is cracked or broken. Broken glass oracrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. Take the camera to aSamsung service center to have it repaired.• Never place cameras, batteries, chargers, or accessories near, on, orin heating devices, such as microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators.These devices may be deformed and can overheat and cause a fire orexplosion.• Do not expose the lens to direct sunlight, as this may discolor the imagesensor or cause it to malfunction.• Protect your lens from fingerprints and scratches. Clean your lens with asoft, clean, debris-free lens cloth.• The camera may turn off if impacted from the outside. This is to protectthe memory card. Turn on the camera to use it again.• While you use the camera, it may heat up. This is normal and should notaffect your camera’s lifespan or performance.• When you use the camera in low temperatures, it may take some time toturn on, the color of the display may be changed temporarily, or after-images may appear. These conditions are not malfunctions and they willcorrect themselves when the camera is returned to milder temperatures.• Paint or metal on the outside of the camera may cause allergies,itchy skin, eczema, or swelling for people with sensitive skin.If you experience any of these symptoms, stop using the cameraimmediately and consult a doctor.• Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera’s compartments,slots, or access points. Damage due to improper use may not be coveredby your warranty.• Do not allow unqualified personnel to service the camera or attempt toservice the camera yourself. Any damage that results from unqualifiedservice is not covered by your warranty.www.devicemanuals.eusoft, clean, debris-free lens cloth.www.devicemanuals.eusoft, clean, debris-free lens cloth.The camera may turn off if impacted from the outside. This is to protectwww.devicemanuals.euThe camera may turn off if impacted from the outside. This is to protectthe memory card. Turn on the camera to use it again.www.devicemanuals.euthe memory card. Turn on the camera to use it again.www.devicemanuals.euDo not paint your camera, as paint can clog moving parts and preventwww.devicemanuals.euDo not paint your camera, as paint can clog moving parts and preventYour camera consists of delicate parts. Avoid impacts to the camera.www.devicemanuals.euYour camera consists of delicate parts. Avoid impacts to the camera.Protect the display from external force by keeping it in the case whenwww.devicemanuals.euProtect the display from external force by keeping it in the case whennot in use. Protect the camera from scratches by keeping it away fromwww.devicemanuals.eunot in use. Protect the camera from scratches by keeping it away fromDo not use the camera if the screen is cracked or broken. Broken glass orwww.devicemanuals.euDo not use the camera if the screen is cracked or broken. Broken glass orWhile you use the camera, it may heat up. This is normal and should notwww.devicemanuals.euWhile you use the camera, it may heat up. This is normal and should notaffect your camera’s lifespan or performance.www.devicemanuals.euaffect your camera’s lifespan or performance.•www.devicemanuals.eu• When you use the camera in low temperatures, it may take some time towww.devicemanuals.euWhen you use the camera in low temperatures, it may take some time toturn on, the color of the display may be changed temporarily, or after-www.devicemanuals.euturn on, the color of the display may be changed temporarily, or after-