Chapter 1: Read This First - Olympus IR-500 Reference Manual

For safe use of this product

Chapter 1: Read this first

For safe use of this product
Be sure to read this section for correct and safe use of the product before you start using the product.
Various symbols are used to warn of hazards to yourself and others and prevent damage to
property through misuse of the camera. The symbols and their meanings are explained below.
Danger
Warning
Caution
Precautions when handling the camera
Warning
• Do not use in the presence of flammable or explosive gas. Do not use the camera if there is
the possibility of the presence of such gases in the air. Failure to do so could result in fire or
explosion.
• Do not fire the flash close to your subject's eyes (particularly in the case of young
children). Using the flash at close range could cause visual impairment. Do not fire the flash
close to your subject's eyes. Exercise extra caution for young children.
• Keep out of the reach of children. Care should be taken to prevent the following accidents.
• Strangulation caused by wrapping the strap round the neck.
• Swallowing of small accessories such as the battery or xD-Picture Card. If this happens,
seek medical attention immediately.
• Visual impairment caused by the flash being fired at close range.
• Injury caused by the camera's operating parts.
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This symbol indicates that failure to observe the instructions will likely result in
serious injury or possibly even death.
This symbol indicates that failure to observe the instructions may result in
serious injury or possibly even death.
This symbol indicates that failure to observe the instructions may result in injury
or damage to property.