Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FS42 Operating Instructions Manual page 38

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Care of the camera
• Do not strongly shake or bump the camera by dropping it etc.
This unit may malfunction, recording pictures may no longer be possible or the lens or
the LCD monitor may be damaged.
• We strongly recommend you do not leave the camera in your trousers pocket when you
sit down or forcefully insert it into a full or tight bag etc.
Damage to the LCD monitor or personal injury may result.
• Be particularly careful in the following places as they may cause this unit to
malfunction.
– 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.
• Do not touch the lens or the sockets with dirty hands. Also, be careful not to
allow liquids, sand and other foreign matter to get into the space around the lens,
buttons etc.
• If water or seawater splashes on the camera, use a dry cloth to wipe the camera
body carefully.
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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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Read together with the "Cautions for Use". (P110)
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About illustrations in these operating instructions
• Please note that the appearance of the product, the illustration or the menu screen are a
little different from those in actual use.
• The illustrations in these operating instructions show DMC-FS4.
Before Use
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