Safety Instructions - Canon SPEEDLITE EL-1 Advanced User's Manual

Safety Instructions

Be sure to read these instructions in order to operate the product safely.
Follow these instructions to prevent injury or harm to the operator of the product or others.
WARNING:
Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
Use only power sources specified in this instruction manual for use with the product.
Do not disassemble or modify the product.
Do not expose the product to strong shocks or vibration.
Do not touch any exposed internal parts.
Stop using the product in any case of unusual circumstances such as the presence of
smoke or a strange smell.
Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine or paint thinner to clean the
product.
Do not get the product wet. Do not insert foreign objects or liquids into the product.
Do not use the product where flammable gases may be present.
This may cause electric shock, explosion or fire.
Do not touch the product connected to a power outlet during lightning storms.
This may cause electric shock.
Observe the following instructions when using commercially available batteries or
provided battery packs.
• Use batteries / battery packs only with their specified product.
• Do not heat batteries / battery packs or expose them to fire.
• Do not charge batteries / battery packs using non-authorized battery chargers.
• Do not expose the terminals to dirt or let them come into contact with metallic pins
or other metal objects.
• Do not use leaking batteries / battery packs.
• When disposing of batteries / battery packs, insulate the terminals with tape or other
means.
This may cause electric shock, explosion or fire.
If a battery / battery pack leaks and the material contacts your skin or clothing, flush the
exposed area thoroughly with running water. In case of eye contact, flush thoroughly with
copious amounts of clean running water and seek immediate medical assistance.
Denotes the risk of serious injury or death.
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