Sony DSC-U60 - Manual (Page 74)

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Precautions
Do not leave the camera in the
following places
• In extremely hot place, such as in a car
parked in the sun. The camera body may
become deformed or this may cause a
malfunction.
• Under direct sunlight or near a heater.
The camera body may become deformed
or this may cause a malfunction.
• On rocking vibration.
• Near strong magnetic place.
Notes on use
• Do not open the waterproof cover
underwater, in places exposed to water, at
the seashore or other places with lots of
sand dust. Water or sand entering the
inside of the camera may cause a
malfunction or irreparable damage.
• When not using the camera for a long
period of time, turn on the power once
every so often.
Shoot and play back images or otherwise
operate the camera for about 3 minutes to
ensure proper operation.
• Do not connect the battery charger to an
electronic type transformer or other
overseas travel equipment. This may
cause the battery charger to become
excessively hot or cause a malfunction.
On charging the batteries
• To protect the batteries, remove the
batteries from the battery charger within
24 hours after charging is completed.
• Charging the batteries in an ambient
temperature of 10°C to 30°C is
recommended.
On cleaning
Cleaning the LCD screen
Wipe the screen surface with an LCD
cleaning kit (not supplied) to remove
fingerprints, dust, etc.
Cleaning the lens
Wipe the lens surface with a soft cloth to
remove fingerprints, dust, etc.
Cleaning the camera surface
Clean the camera surface with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with water, then wipe
the surface with a dry cloth. Do not use the
following as this may damage the finish or
the casing.
• Thinner
• Benzine
• Alcohol
• Diposable cloth
• Volatile insecticide
• Contact with rubber or vinyl for a long time
After getting the camera wet
• Wipe away any water droplets on the
camera body with a clean, dry, soft cloth.
• Note that water remaining in the gaps on
the camera body may get your clothes or
the inside of your bag wet.
• In cold places, water droplets may freeze
on the camera body. Note that using the
camera with water droplets frozen on it
may cause a malfunction.
When sand, dirt or seawater
adhere to the camera
If salt or other dirt is left encrusted on the
camera, the metal portions may become
damaged or rusted and result in water leaks.
Follow the procedure below and clean the
camera before opening the waterproof
cover. Use tap water at 30°C or less to wash
the camera.
1 Leave the camera immersed in a bucket
or other container filled with fresh water.
• Wash the camera by gently moving it back and
forth to thoroughly remove any dirt, sand and
salt. Then, let it soak for approximately
30 minutes.
• Do not rub the lens or the LCD screen when
they are dirty as this may cause scratches.