Final Check; Entering The Water - Ikelite 6961.09 Manual

5. If using a dome with a shade, rotate the lens port gently so that the
wider extensions are oriented on the top and bottom. If the shade is
not aligned properly, it may cause vignetting (dark shadows in the
corner of the image).

Final Check

1. Re-check the o-ring seal. The seal should form an even, solid line
around the back of the housing.
2. Turn on the camera and check all control functions.
3. Make sure that the camera can obtain focus and take a photo.
4. Check battery life and open storage space on your memory card.
5. Check the flash/strobes, if using.
6. Submerge the housing in a fresh water tank dedicated to
underwater photographic equipment. Visually confirm that there are
no signs of water intrusion or a steady stream of bubbles coming
from one of the housing seals.

Entering the Water

1. If possible, we recommend entering the water without your housing
to ensure that you are comfortable and your life-saving equipment
is in working order. Once you are stable, have someone pass your
camera housing to you.
2. As soon as you enter the water, take a moment and check to see
that the housing is properly sealed. If possible, first water test the
housing with no camera inside to assure a safe and watertight
environment.
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