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PRECAUTrONS FOR YOUR CAMERA
Precautions when taking pictures
• Do not drop the camera or allow it to hit a solid
object. If the camera suffers a severe shock or
impact, take it to a Pentax service center for
inspection.
• Be careful not to subject the camera to strong
vibrations, shock or pressure. Use a cushion
to protect the camera when carrying it In a
motorcycle, car, boat, etc.
• Condensation on the interior or the exterior of
the camera may be extremely harmful to the
camera mechanism as it may cause rust.
Furthermore, if the camera is taken from warm
temperature to a subfreezing one or vice
versa, the formation of icelets may cause
damage. In such a case, put the camera into a
case or plastic bag so that any changes in
temperature difference is minimized. Do not
remove it from the bag until temperature has
stabilized.
• Regular size color prints may cut off what
appears on the extreme edges of the film
frame. Compose your picture with a margin of
safety at the edges.
Precautions for storage
• Avoid leaving the camera for extended periods
in places where temperature and humidity are
high such as in a car.
• Do not store the camera in a closet with moth¬
balls or in a case where chemicals are han¬
dled. Store it In a place with good air circula¬
tion to prevent fungus growth.
Precautions for proper care
• Use a blower and lens brush to remove dust
accumulated on the lens or the viewfinder win¬
dow.
• Never use solvents such as paint thinner,
alcohol or benzene to clean the camera. To
clean the external camera surfaces, - but not
glass surfaces; using a dry or silicone-treated
cloth is recommended.
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