Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH24 Owner's Manual page 4

Before Use
Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or pressure.
• The lens, LCD monitor, or external case may be damaged if used in
following conditions.
it may also malfunction or image may not be recorded.
-Drop or hit the camera.
- Sit down with the camera in your trousers pocket or forcefully
insert it into a full or tight bag, etc.
-Attach any items such as accessories to the strap attached to the
camera.
- Press hard on the lens or the LCD monitor.
This camera is not dust/drip/water proof.
Avoid using the camera at location with a lot of dust, water,
sand, etc.
• Liquids, sand and other foreign material may get into the space
around the lens, buttons, etc. Be particularly careful since it may not
just cause malfunctions, but also it may become unrepairable.
-Places with a lot of sand or dust.
- Places where water can come into contact with this unit, such as
when using it on a rainy day or on a beach.
• About Condensation (When the lens is fogged up)
• Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature or humidity
changes. Be careful of condensation since it causes lens stains,
fungus and camera malfunction.
• if condensation occurs, turn the camera off and leave it for about
2 hours. The fog will disappear naturally when the temperature of
the camera becomes close to the ambient temperature.
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