Canon EOS-1DS Mark III Instruction Manual page 12

Handling Precautions
Camera Care
_ This camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subiect it to physical
shock.
_ The camera is not waterproof and cannot be used underwater. If you
accidentally drop the camera into water, promptly consult your nearest
Canon Service Centen Wipe off any water droplets with a dry cloth. If the
camera has been exposed to salty air, wipe with a wel!-wrung wet cloth.
¢_Never leave the camera near anything having a strong magnetic field such
as a magnet or electric motor. Also avoid using or leaving the camera near
anything emitting strong radio waves such as a large antenna. Strong
magnetic fields can cause camera misoperation or destroy image data.
¢_Do not leave the camera in excessive heat such as in a car in direct sunlight.
High temperatures can cause the camera to malfunction.
¢_The camera contains precision electronic circuitry. Never attempt to
disassemble the camera yourselL
¢_Use a blower to blow away dust on the lens, viewfinder, reflex mirror, and
focusing screen. Do not use cleaners that contain organic solvents to clean
the camera body or lens. For stubborn dirt, take the camera to the nearest
Canon Service Center.
¢_Do not touch the camera's electrical contacts with your fingers. This is to
prevent the contacts from corroding. Corroded contacts can cause camera
misoperation.
¢_If the camera is suddenly brought in from the coid into a warm room,
condensation may form on the camera and internal parts. To prevent
condensation, first put the camera in a sealed plastic bag and let it adjust to
the warmer temperature before taking it out of the bag.
¢_If condensation forms on the camera, do not use the camera. This is to avoid
damaging the camera. If there is condensation, remove the lens, memory
card and battery from the camera, and wait until the condensation has
evaporated before using the camera.
¢_If the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery
and store the camera in a cooi, dry, well-ventilated location. Even while the
camera is in storage, press the shutter button a few times once in a while to
check that the camera is still working.
¢_Avoid storing the camera where there are corrosive chemicals such as a
darkroom or chemical lab.
¢_If the camera has not been used for an extended period, test all its functions
before using the camera. If you have not used the camera for some time or if
there is an important shoot coming up, have the camera checked by your
Canon dealer or check the camera yourself and make sure it is working
properly.
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