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• If the camera is brought into a warm room from the cold
outdoors, condensation may occur in the interior and on
the exterior of the camera. In such a case, put the
camera into a case or plastic bag so its change in
temperature Is as gradual as possible. After the
temperature difference is minimized, take it out of the
bag.
• The temperature range in which the camera functions
properly Is 50°C to -lO^C (122°F to 14®F).
• Don't use solvents such as thinner, alcohol or benzine to
clean the camera.
• Dirt, mud, sand, dust, moisture, toxic gas, salt water,
etc., penetrating inside the camera may damage it or
make it inoperable. If the camera should fail for such
reasons, it may not be repaired free of charge, even
within the period of warranty. When the camera is
subjected to rain or moisture, wipe it off. let it dry, and
immediately send it to a Pentax service center for
examination.
• Electrical problems may often be caused by dirt or dust
at points of electrical contact. Also check for battery
leakage, traces of dirt or grease, or corrosion due to
salinity or gas. If you cannot rectify the problem, have
your camera inspected at a Pentax service center.
• Regular size color prints may cut off what appears on
the extreme edges of the film frame. Compose your
picture with a margin of safety at the edges.
• Once immersed into water, the camera may be rendered
inoperable. In such a case, contact our service center.
• To maintain optimum performance, it is recommended
that the camera be inspected every one or two years. If
the camera has not been used for an extended period,
or is being readied for an important shoot (photography),
it is recommended that you inspect the camera or test
shoot with it.
• Repairs made necessary due to usage of this product in
an industrial application may not be covered under the
terms of the Pentax warranty.
Red eye phenomenon in flash shooting:
When a picture is taken using a flash, a subject's eyes
may appear red in the print. This phenomenon is caused
by the reflection of electronic flash In the retina. It can be
reduced when the surroundings of the subject are
brightened, or shooting distance is shortened with the lens
set at the wide-angle position.
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