Canon EOS 1N RS - Manual (Page 6)

Camera Care and Precautions
1. Handling, Cleaning and Storage
• This camera is a high-precision instrument. Be careful not to drop it or subject
it to shock.
• The Canon EOS-1 N has been designed for increased resistance to moisture.
However, this camera is not waterproof and must therefore be handled with
reasonable care. Keep the camera out of salt spray and protect it from exces­
sive moisture. If used at the beach, clean it thoroughly afterward with a dry
cloth. If dropped in water, contact an authorized Canon service facility.
• This camera contains high-precision circuits. Do not attempt to disassemble
the camera yourself. Always take it to an authorized Canon service facility for
repair.
• Do not touch the camera’s electronic contacts with your fingers. Touching the
contacts can cause corrosion and affect proper camera operation.
• After removing a lens from the camera, place it face down on a flat surface to
avoid damaging the electronic contacts on the lens mount.
• Condensation is a problem when bringing cold equipment into a warm place.
If the autofocus optics cloud over, accuracy may be seriously affected. Before
entering a warm place, put equipment in a plastic bag so condensation forms
on the outside of the bag.
• To remove dust from the lens, viewfinder eyepiece, mirror, focusing screen or
film chamber, gently blow the dust away using a commercially-available bulb-
type blower. Avoid directly touching any of these surfaces. Do not wipe the
camera body or lens with any type of cleaner containing organic solvents.
When further cleaning is necessary, consult your nearest Canon service center.
• The shutter curtain operates with extremely high precision and can be easily
damaged if touched. When loading or unloading film, be careful not to touch
the shutter curtain accidentally with your finger or the tip of the film. To
remove dust from the shutter curtain or surrounding area, only use a blower
and be careful not to blow air onto the curtain too strongly. Strongly blowing
air onto the curtain may deform or damage it. Aerosol spray dust removers
are not recommended for the shutter curtain.
• When storing the camera, wrap it in a clean, soft cloth and place it in a well-
ventilated, cool, dry, dust-free place. Be sure to keep the camera out of direct
sunlight, and away from “hot spots” such as the trunk or rear window shelf of
a car. Avoid places where moth balls are used, and in extreme humidity, use
a desiccant. To prevent corrosion, avoid storing the camera in a laboratory or
other location where chemicals are used. Also, do not store the camera in a
drawer or other non-ventilated place. Remove the battery if you do not expect
to use the camera for about three weeks or longer. It is also recommended to
take the camera out and release the shutter occasionally to prevent build up
of mold or corrosion.