Care Of The Camera - Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FZ48 Basic Operating Instructions Manual

Care of the camera

Do not subject to strong vibration, shock, or
pressure.
•
The lens, LCD monitor, or external case may be
damaged if used in following conditions.
It may also malfunction or image may not be
recorded.
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Drop or hit the camera.
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Press hard on the lens or the LCD monitor.
•
When camera is not in use or when using the
playback feature, ensure that the lens is in the
stored position, with lens cap on.
•
There are times when rattling sounds or
vibrations will come from the camera, but these
are due to the motion of the aperture, the zoom
and the motor and do not indicate a defect.
This camera is not dust/splash/water proof.
Avoid using the camera at location with a lot of
dust, water, sand, etc.
•
Liquid, sand and other foreign material may get into
the space around the lens, buttons, etc. Be
particularly careful since it may not just cause
malfunctions, but it may become unrepairable.
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Places with a lot of sand or dust.
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Places where water can come into contact with this
unit such as when using it on a rainy day or on the beach.
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