Nikon S31 - Manual (Page 23)

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Notes About Operating Temperature and Humidity and
Condensation
The operation of this camera has been tested at temperatures –10°C – +40°C (14°F–104°F).
When you use the camera in cold climate regions, observe the following precautions. Keep
the camera and spare batteries in a warm place before use.
• The performance of the batteries (number of pictures shot and shooting time) will drop
temporarily.
• If the camera is in a very cold state, the performance may drop temporarily, for example,
the monitor may be darker than normal immediately after the camera is turned on or
residual images may be produced.
• When snow or water droplets adhere to the exterior of the camera, immediately wipe
them off.
- If the buttons or switches are frozen, they may not operate smoothly.
- If the microphone or speaker openings are clogged with water droplets, the sound may
deteriorate or become distorted.
bOperating environmental conditions such as temperature
and humidity may cause fogging (condensation) on the
inside of the monitor, lens, or flash window.
This is not a camera malfunction or defect.
bEnvironmental conditions that are likely to cause
condensation inside of the camera
Fogging (condensation) may occur on the inside of the monitor, lens, or flash window in the
following environmental conditions where there are sharp temperature changes or high humidity.
• The camera is suddenly immersed in low temperature underwater from high temperature on land.
• The camera is moved from a cold place to a warm place, such as inside a building.
• The battery-chamber/memory card slot cover is open or closed in a high-humidity environment.
bClearing the fogging
• Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover after turning off the camera in a place
where the ambient temperature is stable (avoid any place that has high temperature/high
humidity, sand or dust).
To clear the fogging, remove the battery and memory card, and leave the camera with the
battery-chamber/memory card slot cover open to allow the camera to adjust to the
ambient temperature.
• If the fogging does not clear, consult your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative.