Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S500 Instruction Manual page 4

Lightning
For added protection for this set during a lightning
storm, or whell it is left tmallended and unused for
long periods nl lime, unplng il lrnm Ihe wall
nutlel and disconnect the antelma or cable syslem.
This will prevent damage to the set due to
lightning and powerqine surges.
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Damage Requiring Service
Unplug Ihe set from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under lhe
following cnndilions:
When lhe power cord or plug is damaged or
fi'ayed.
II liquid has been spilled or objecls have lhllen
into lhe sel.
lllhe sel has been exposed lo rain or water.
lllhe set has been subject Io excessive shock by*
being dropped, or the cabinet has been
damaged.
lllhe sel does not nperale normally when
lollowing lhe operating inslructions. Adjusl
only Ihose conlrols 1hat are specified in the
operaling instructions. Improper adjuslment nl
other controls may result in damage and will
often require exlensive work by a qualified
lechnician to restore the sel to normal operation.
When lhe sel exhibils a dislinct change in
performance this indicates a need lot service.
Servicing
Dn not allempt tn service the set ynurself as
npellillg nr removillg covers may expose you In
dangerous vollage or nlher hazards.
Refer all servicing lo qualilied service personnel.
Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the mannlhclnrer thai have lhe same
characteristics as lhe original parts.
Unauthorized subslitulions may resull in fire,
electric shock, or nlher hazards.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs 1o the
set, ask the service lechnician Io perform rouline
safety checks/as specified by d_e mannlaclurer)
to delermine lhat lhe sel is in safe nperaling
cnnditinn.