Safety Precautions - Olympus SP-700 Advanced Manual

Safety Precautions

Caution for Usage Environment
• To protect the high-precision technology contained in this product, never
leave the camera in the places listed below, no matter if in use or storage:
• Places where temperatures and/or humidity are high or go through
extreme changes. Direct sunlight, beaches, locked cars, or near other
heat sources (stove, radiator, etc.) or humidifiers.
• In sandy or dusty environments.
• Near flammable items or explosives.
• In wet places, such as bathrooms or in the rain. When using products with
weatherproof designs, read their manuals as well.
• In places prone to strong vibrations.
• Never drop the camera or subject it to severe shocks or vibrations.
• When mounted on a tripod, adjust the position of the camera with the tripod
head. Do not twist the camera.
• Do not touch electric contacts on cameras.
• Do not leave the camera pointed directly at the sun. This may cause lens or
shutter curtain damage, color failure, ghosting on the CCD, or may possibly
cause fires.
• Do not push or pull severely on the lens.
• Before storing the camera for a long period, remove the battery. Select a
cool, dry location for storage to prevent condensation or mold from forming
inside the camera. After storage, test the camera by turning it on and
pressing the shutter release button to make sure that it is operating normally.
• Always observe the operating environment restrictions described in the
camera's manual.
Battery Handling Precautions
• This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Do not use any
other type of battery. For safe and proper use, read the battery's instruction
manual carefully before using it.
• If the battery's terminals get wet or greasy, camera contact failure may result.
Wipe the battery well with a dry cloth before use.
• Always charge a battery when using it for the first time, or if it has not been
used for a long period.
• When operating the camera with battery power at low temperatures, try to
keep the camera and spare battery as warm as possible. A battery that has
run down at low temperatures may be restored after it is warmed at room
temperature.
• The number of pictures you can take may vary depending on the shooting
conditions or battery.
• Before going on a long trip, and especially before traveling abroad, purchase
extra batteries. A recommended battery may be difficult to obtain while traveling.
• Please recycle batteries to help save our planet's resources. When you
throw away dead batteries, be sure to cover their terminals and always
observe local laws and regulations.
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