Microtek MKT-1300a - Manual (Page 3)

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Safety Precautions
Before you use the camera, be sure
to read the following safety
precautions, which detail the proper
operation of the camera and its
accessories to prevent injuries or
damage to users or equipment.
This symbol indicates
situations where
improper use of the
camera may result in
harm to the camera
operator.
This symbol indicates
situations where
improper use of the
camera may result in
damage to the camera.
Children should not be allowed
to have access to the camera.
They could injure themselves with
inappropriate use of the camera or
by becoming entangled in the
carrying strap. If a child swallows a
camera battery, get the child
medical attention.
Subjecting the camera to
water or any other liquid, or
allowing condensation to form, may
start a fire or give the user an
electrical shock.
• If liquid gets inside the camera,
turn the camera power off by
removing the battery or
unplugging the power cord (with
dry hands).
• Allowing the camera to slowly
adjust to temperature changes
(as in transferring the unit from
outdoors to indoors) will help to
prevent condensation. Let any
condensation evaporate before
using the camera.
Exposing the camera to too
much heat may warp the camera
casing or damage the batteries.
Battery damage may result in fire,
burns or electrical shock.
Another source of possible burns is
heat from the flash or camera itself.
• Touching the flash after it has
been used extensively can
cause burns.
• The camera body itself may
burn your hands if the camera
has been operated for a lengthy
period of time.
Do not drop batteries or let
them be banged around. This could
damage the casings, causing the
batteries to leak.
• If the internal parts or
components of the battery
come into contact with your
eyes or your mouth, flush the
affected site with water and get
medical help.