Canon POWERSHOT S2 IS User Manual page 10

• Do not altewthe equipmentto comerhto contact with,or becomeimmersed in, wataror
other liquids. Do not allowliquids to enterthe interior. Thecamera has not been
waterproofed.If the exterior comasinto contact with liquids or salt air, wipe it dry witha soft,
absorbentcloth. In the event that water or other foreign substances enterthe interior,
immediatelyturn the camera's power off and remove the batteriesor unplugthe power cord
from the power outlet. Continued use of the equipment may result in fire or electrical shock.
Please consult your cameradistributor or the closest Canon CustomerSupport Help Desk.
• Do not use substancescontaining alcohol,benzene,thinners or otherflammable
substancesto cleanor maintain the equipment. T he useof thesesubstances may lead to fire.
• Remove the power cord on a regular periodic basis and wipe away the dust and dirt
that collects on the plug, the exteriorof the power outlet and the surroundingarea, In
dusty, humid or greasy environments,the dust that collectsaround the plug over long periods
of time may become saturatedwith humidity and short-circuit,leadingto fire.
• Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power cord.Any of theseactions
may cause an electrical short circuit, which may lead to fire or electricalshock.
• Do not handle the power cord if your hands are wet. Handling it withwet hands may lead
to electrical shock. When unpluggingthe cable, ensure that you hold the solid portion of the
plug. Pulling on the flexibleportion of the cable may damageor exposurethe wire and
insulation,creating the potentialfor fires or electrical shocks.
• Use only recommended poweraccessories, Use of power sources not expressly
recommendedfor this equipment may lead to overheating,distortion of the equipment,fire,
electrical shockor other hazards.
• Do not place the batteries near a heat sourceor expose them to direct flame or heat.
Neither should you immerseit in water. Suchexposure may damagethe battery and lead to
the leakageof corrosive liquids,fire, electrical shock,explosion or serious injury.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries. There is serious risk of
injury due to an explosion. Immediatelyflushwith water any area of the body,includingthe
eyes and mouth, or clothingthat comes into contact withthe inner contents of a battery.
• Avoid droppingor subjectingthe batteries to severe impactsthat could damagethe
casings, It could lead to leakageand injury.
• Do not short.circuitthe battery terminals with metallic objects,such as key holders. It
could lead to overheating,bums and other injuries.
• Before you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape or other insulatorsto
preventdirect contactwith other objects.Contactwith the metalliccomponentsof other
materials in waste containersmay lead to fire or explosions.
• Use only recommended batteries and accessories, Useof batteriesnot expressly
recommendedfor this equipment may cause explosionsor leaks, resultingin fire, injury and
damageto the surroundings.
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