Canon PowerShot SX130 IS User Manual page 11

Caution
• Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks when
hanging it by the strap.
• Be careful not to bump or push strongly on the lens.
This could lead to injury or damage the camera.
• When using the flash, be careful not to cover it with your fingers or clothing.
This could result in burns or damage to the flash.
• Avoid using, placing or storing the product in the following places.
- Places subject to strong sunlight.
- Places subject to temperatures above 40 °C (104 °F).
- Humid or dusty areas.
These could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion of the batteries, resulting in
electrical shock, fire, burns or other injuries.
• The slideshow transition effects may cause discomfort when viewed for
prolonged periods.
Caution
• Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (the sun, etc.).
Doing so may damage the image sensor.
• When using the camera on a beach or at a windy location, be careful not to allow
dust or sand to enter the camera.
This may cause the product to malfunction.
• In regular use, small amounts of smoke may be emitted from the flash.
This is due to the high intensity of the flash burning dust and foreign materials stuck to the
front of the unit. Please use a cotton swab to remove dirt, dust or other foreign matter from
the flash to prevent heat build-up and damage to the unit.
• Remove and store the batteries when you are not using the camera.
If the batteries are left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur.
• Before you discard the batteries, cover the terminals with tape or other
insulators.
Contacting other metal materials may lead to fire or explosions.
• Do not charge batteries of different types at the same time, or use older batteries
together with newer batteries.
• Do not insert the batteries with the + and - terminals reversed.
This may cause the product to malfunction.
Denotes the possibility of injury.
Denotes the possibility of damage to the equipment.
Safety Precautions
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