Sony DSCU60 Operating Instructions - Page 80

Inspecting the O-ring and the O-ring mating surface Inspect the O-ring and the O-ring mating surface in a location that is free from sand, dust or moisture. a Before opening the waterproof cover, rinse off any sand and completely wipe away any water that may be present on the camera body. • Sand or water getting inside the camera may cause a malfunction. b Open the waterproof cover. • For details on how to open and close the waterproof cover, see page 12. c Inspect the O-ring and the O- ring mating surface. • Be sure to wipe away any dirt, sand particles, hair, dust, salt, lint or other foreign matter adhering to the O-ring with a soft, lint-free cloth. Even a single hair adhering to the O-ring may cause a water leak. Dirt Sand Hair Dust • Be sure to replace the O-ring with a new one if it becomes cracked, warped, crushed, twisted, split, scratched, rough or otherwise damaged. Crack Warp Crush Twist Split Scratch Salt Lint • Tiny dirt particles that are difficult to see may have adhered to the O-ring, so inspect the Oring by running it through your fingers. • When wiping away dirt from the O-ring, take care that cloth fibers do not remain on the Oring. • When it is difficult to wipe away the dirt from the O-ring, remove the O-ring and wash it with water. Rough d Close the waterproof cover. e Lock the lock switch. 80