Hama Compact Uni Diver 40 - Manual (Page 5)

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10) Test whether the camera is working correctly in the case.
11) Close and lock the case.
12) Test to see if the camera is working again.
13) Correct the placement of the padding and axes again if necessary
according to the steps described above.
You can now use your waterproof case!
Preparing the Seashell case for diving
Attach both ends of the carrying strap or the wrist strap to the holders
on the waterproof case.
Please note that the use of the carrying strap under water is dan-
gerous as this can get entangled and result in strangulation or injury.
Check that the sealing ring is greased and free of dirt or sand. If
necessary, grease the sealing ring as described in „Care and mainte-
nance of the water sealing ring”.
Preparing the camera
Take the camera out of the case.
Check the following points:
- On/off switch in “off” position.
- Insert the battery into your camera.
- Make sure that the battery is fully charged or at least has enough
power for its planned use.
- Insert the memory card into your camera.
- Please make sure it has enough free space.
- Set the on/off switch to “on”.
- If necessary, switch off the energy saving mode of the camera.
- Switch off the fl ash. The fl ash is not very effective in conjunction
with the waterproof case and has an unfavourable effect on the
picture. Choose “Underwater mode” or “Auto” mode in the camera
menu. Set a fast ISO sensitivity, e.g. ISO400 or higher as it is diffi cult
to stabilise the camera underwater.
- If necessary, set “Auto review” in the camera menu.
- Set the zoom lens to its widest angle as the angle of refl ection in
water is smaller than on land. The wider the angle, the better the
picture quality.
- Set the on/off switch to the “off” position.
Remove the wrist strap of the camera for safety in order to water
from leaking in. Install the camera and insert it in the waterproof
case as shown in fi g. 5. Now carefully close the waterproof case by
snapping shut the lock. Check that fl ap is correctly closed by slightly
pulling it.
Taking pictures
To take pictures, press the power button to switch on the camera. If
the camera has a switch-on lock, it must be switched off in the saving
mode camera menu. The camera must be already switched on before
closing the case. Now press the shutter release of the waterproof
case to take pictures. Fig. 11
Removing the camera from the case
- Clean the outside of the waterproof case before removing the
camera and thoroughly clean it with tap water or distilled water
immediately after use. In this way, sand, dirt or hair can not stick to
it and dry.
- Dry the case, sealing ring, lock and the buttons carefully with a dry
cloth or paper towel.
- Pull the blue cap upwards to open the case.
- Carefully remove the camera.
Storage
Always keep the waterproof case clean, dry, cool and out of direct
sunlight to maintain its functionality and to prevent water leaking in.
Always grease the sealing rings when storing.
Do not store in the vicinity of oil, grease or aerosol spray (insecticide,
hair spray, glass cleaner, wax, etc.). These materials could consi-
derably damage the case and the sealing ring.
Care and maintenance of the water sealing ring
Prevent any kind of dirt coming into contact with the sealing ring, e.g.
sand, dust or hair. Dirt can cause the ring not to close precisely and it
can become leaky. If the ring accidently becomes dirty:
1) Remove the ring by lifting the small opening next to the hinge of
the case cover (never use a sharp object such as a knife, cutter,
needle, etc.) and then take it out of the guide slot.
Do not overstretch the ring, otherwise it could crack or break. Fig.
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2) Clean the ring under running water and carefully remove dirt with
your fi nger.
3) Apply a drop of the supplied rubber cleaning product on the
ring and spread it with your fi nger moving in one direction
until you have circled the ring once. Make sure that ring is not
overstretched. Tip: Contact your specialist dealer who can obtain
a replacement ring from Hama GmbH & Co KG. Item no. 00027983
Caution: The ring may leak if too much grease is used!
Only apply the rubber cleaning product with your fi ngers and do not
use a paper towel or cloth.
4) Now carefully replace the greased ring in its guide slot at the rear
of the case.
We recommend regularly cleaning and greasing the sealing ring to
permanently prevent leaks. We also recommend replacing the ring
once a year. Replace the ring immediately if it is damaged in any way
(cracks, holes or deformations). Contact your dealer for this.
Care and maintenance of the Seashell case
Use enough fresh clean water to thoroughly clean the outside of the
waterproof case. The water temperature must not exceed 40 °C.
Clean longer and more thoroughly if the waterproof case was used
in salt water. It is recommended to soak the case for a few hours in
clean water.
Make sure that the case including the sliding lock is completely
immersed in water. Then carefully dry the case with a soft cloth
or paper towel and make sure it is not scratched by remaining dirt
particles or sand. Residues from salt water can cause the metal parts
of the case to rust and affect the mechanism of the buttons, hinge
and lock. Please clean the inside of the waterproof case with a soft,
clean cloth.
What to do in case of leaks
If you notice that the waterproof case has a leak, remove it from the
water immediately. Otherwise this could cause electrical damage or
fi re damage to the camera. Clean the camera and case immediately
with a soft cloth and check both of them as described in the operating
instructions under “Safety instructions” (see table of contents)
Weighting of the case
The waterproof case may fl oat with light cameras when used under
water. Add an additional weight to the case to compensate for this.
This additional weight is attached to the ¼” thread of the waterproof
case.
Fig. 14
Specifi cations
Model SS1
Material: polycarbonate, ABS, glass, silicon, etc.
Operating temperature: 0-40 °C (32 to 104 °F)
Waterproof components: Sealing ring, seal, etc.
Maximum water depth: 40 m (130 feet) IP8 standard
Dimensions: 139.6 mm (W) x 98 mm (H) x 76 mm (D) (without protru-
sions)
Weight: 380 g (case without attachments such as straps, etc.)