Sony SLT-A58 α Handbook - Page 200

Precautions Do not use/store the camera in the following places • In an extremely hot, dry or humid place In places such as in a car parked in the sun, the camera body may become deformed and this may cause a malfunction. • Under direct sunlight or near a heater The camera body may become discolored or deformed, and this may cause a malfunction. • In a location subject to rocking vibration • Near a strong magnetic field • In sandy or dusty places Be careful not to let sand or dust get into the camera. This may cause the camera to malfunction, and in some cases this malfunction cannot be repaired. • Humid places These may cause the growth of mold on the lens. On storing Be sure to attach the front lens cap or body cap when not using the camera. When attaching the body cap, remove all the dust from the cap before placing it on the camera. When you purchase the DT 1855mm F3.5-5.6 SAM II Lens Kit, purchase the Rear Lens Cap ALCR55 also. 200 Care The surface of the LCD screen has a coating that may peel off if scratched. Please note the following points for handling and care. • Grease or hand cream left on the LCD screen by your hands may dissolve the coating. If any grease or cream gets on the LCD screen, wipe it off immediately. • Wiping forcefully with tissue paper or other materials may damage the coating. • Before wiping dirt, dust the dirt or sand off in advance using a blower, etc. • When wiping off dirt, wipe gently with a soft cloth, such as a cloth for cleaning glasses. On operating temperatures Your camera is designed for use in temperatures between 0°C and 40°C (32°F and 104°F). We do not recommend shooting in extremely cold or hot places that exceed this range. On moisture condensation If the camera is moved directly from a cold to a warm location, moisture may condense inside or outside the camera. This moisture condensation may cause a malfunction of the camera.