Canon PowerShot S400 Digital Elph User Manual page 11

• Do not allow t he equipment tocome into contact with, orbecome
immersed in, w ater orother liquids. Do not a llow l iquids toenter the
interior. The c amera has n ot b een waterproofed. Ifthe exterior comes
into contact with liquids or salt air, wipe i tdry with asoft, absorbent
cloth, ifwater orother foreign substances enter the interior, immedi-
ately turn t he camera's power off a nd r emove the camera battery or
unplug the power cable from the power outlet.
Continued use of the
equipment may result in fire or electrical shock. Pleaseconsult your
camera distributor or the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk.
• Do not use substances containing alcohol, benzene, thinners or other
flammable substancesto clean or maintain the equipment. The use of
these substances may lead to fire.
• Removethe power cable on a regular periodic basisand wipe away the
dust and dirt that collects on the plug, the exterior of the electrical
outlet and the surrounding area. In dusty, humid or greasy environ-
ments, the dust that collects around the plug over long periods of time
may become saturated with humidity and short-circuit, leading to fire.
• Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy items on the power adapter
cable. Any of these actions may cause an electrical short circuit, which
may lead to fire or electrical shock.
• Do not handle the power cable if your hands are wet. Handling it with
wet hands may lead to electrical shock. When unplugging the cable,
ensure that you hold the solid portion of the plug. Pulling on the
flexible portion of the cable may damage or expose the wire and
insulation, creating the potential for fires or electrical shocks.
• Useof power sources not expressly recommended for this equipment
may lead to overheating, distortion of the equipment, fire, electrical
shock or other hazards. Useonly the recommended power accessories.
• Do not place the batteries near a heat source or expose them to direct
flame or heat. Neither should you immerse them in water. Such
exposure may damage the batteries and lead to the leakage of
corrosive liquids, fire, electrical shock, explosion or serious injury.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries.
There is serious risk of injury due to an explosion, immediately flush
with water any area of the body - including the eyes and mouth, or
clothing - that comes into contact with the inner contents of a battery.
If the eyesor mouth contact these substances, immediately flush with
water and seek medical assistance.