Important: About The Waterproof Performance Of The Camera - Panasonic HX-WA10 Basic Operating Instructions Manual

IMPORTANT: ABOUT THE
WATERPROOF PERFORMANCE OF
THE CAMERA
i This camera is qualified JIS protection grade 8 (JIS IPX8) for waterproof
performance. It is waterproof up to a depth of 3 meters for at least 60
minutes.*
i The supplied accessories are not waterproof (excluding handstrap).
* This means that the camera can be used underwater for a specified time in
a specified pressure in accordance with the handling method established by
Panasonic. It does not guarantee against destruction or malfunction, or
guarantee waterproofing, in all conditions.
Observe the following precautions and avoid using under water pressure
exceeding the guaranteed performance, or in an environment with excessive
dust or sand.
The waterproof capability is not guaranteed if the camera is subjected to an
impact as a result of being hit or dropped, etc.
If an impact to the camera occurs, consult with the store where it was
purchased or a service centre, and have it inspected (subject to a fee) to
verify that the waterproof capability has not been compromised.
Any damage due to water leakage that was caused by customer misuse or
mishandling is not covered by the warranty.
k Handling of the camera
i Do not leave the camera for a long period of time in places where the
temperature is very low (ski resort etc.) or very high (above 35 °C),
especially in strong sunlight, in a car sitting outside, close to a heater, on
the beach, etc. (The waterproof capability may be degraded.)
i The inside of the camera is not waterproof. Do not open or close the
battery cover or terminal cover when you are close to the sea, a lake or a
river, or with wet hands.
i The waterproof function of the camera applies only to sea water and fresh
water.
i Operation may not be possible, or the audio volume may be low, if snow or
water freezes on the zoom switch, speaker or microphone in cold
environments such as at a ski resort.
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