Olympus SHV-1 Instructions Manual page 2

Thank you for purchasing the OLYMPUS Flash High Voltage Set (SHV-1). This is an external flash power supply for exclu-
sive use with OLYMPUS digital cameras.
To ensure your safety, please read this instruction manual before use, and keep it handy for future reference.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Be sure to read and observe the following.)
This instruction manual uses a variety of common symbols and icons to assist you in proper handling and usage of this
product properly, and to warn you of potential hazards to yourself and others as well as to property. These symbols and their
significance are described below.
Failure to observe the
precautions indicated by this
symbol may result in serious
injury or death.
For customers in Europe
The "CE" mark indicates that this product complies with the European requirements for safety, health, environ-
ment and customer protection. CE-mark products are for sale in Europe.
For customers in USA
FCC Notice
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user's authority to operate.
For customers in CANADA
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
■ Use this product only in combination with the equipment specified in this manual.
• This product can only be used with flash systems designed exclusively for OLYMPUS digital cameras. Do not
use it with non-Olympus flash systems.
• This product has been designed for exclusive use with the OLYMPUS BN-1 Ni-MH Battery Pack. Do not use
it with a dry cell battery or a non-designated rechargeable battery.
• Use only the designated flash connection cable.
• The AC-2 AC adapter provided with this product is the only AC adapter that can be used with this product. Do
not use any other AC adapter with this product. Similarly, the provided power cord is the only power cord that
can be used with this product.
■ Do not use this product for any purpose other than as a flash power supply. For example do not use it as a
general DC power supply.
■ Do not use the provided AC adapter to supply power to other products.
■ Never expose this product to water or moisture including rain, seawater and animal urine. Do not handle the
product when it is wet or when your hands are wet. Do not operate this product in a damp environment (such
as in a bathroom).
■ Do not insert a metallic object (such as a wire) into the product or into a contact.
■ Never solder this product or attempt to repair, deform, modify or disassemble it.
■ Do not use this product if it is damaged, leaking, or wet.
■ Do not use or store this product where it may be exposed to high temperatures. For example, do not leave it on
the dashboard of a car under direct sunlight or place it near heating equipment.
■ Do not use this product in areas where heat may accumulate, such as under a cushion.
■ Do not use this product where it may be exposed to flammable gas. Doing so poses a risk of fire or explosion.
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DANGER
Failure to observe the
precautions indicated by this
symbol may result in injury
or death.
Disassembly
Prohibited
prohibited
WARNING
Failure to observe the
precautions indicated by this
symbol may result in injury or
property damage.
IMPORTANT
Mandatory
DANGER
CAUTION
Unplug power cord
from the power outlet.