Canon EOS C500 Instruction Manual - Page 192

Handling Precautions Handling Precautions 192 Camera Be sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum performance. • Do not carry the camera by the LCD panel or monitor unit. Be careful when closing the LCD panel. • Do not leave the camera in places subject to high temperatures (like the inside of a car parked under direct sunlight), or high humidity. • Because the camera's temperature can rise significantly, do not hold the camera for long periods of time while shooting. • Do not use the camera near strong electromagnetic fields such as near powerful magnets and motors, MRI machines or high-voltage power lines. Using the camera in such places may cause anomalies in the video or audio or video noise to appear. • Do not use or store the camera in dusty or sandy places. The camera is not waterproof - avoid also water, mud or salt. If any of the above should get into the camera it may damage the camera and/or the lens. Consult a Canon Service Center as soon as possible. • Be careful to avoid dust and dirt particles accumulating on the lens or entering the camera. When you finish using the camera, make sure to attach the body cap to the lens mount and the lens cap and dust cap to the lens. • Do not point the camera or viewfinder toward an intense light source, such as the sun on a sunny day or an intense artificial light source. Do not leave the camera pointed at a bright subject. Internal components may become damaged due to concentration of the light by the lens. Be careful especially when using a tripod or shoulder strap. When you are not using the camera or viewfinder, make sure to attach the lens cap to the lens and the viewfinder cap to the viewfinder. • Be careful of heat generated by lighting equipment. • Do not disassemble the camera. If the camera does not function properly, consult qualified service personnel. • Do not touch the lens contacts on the lens mount. Dirty contacts may cause a poor contact between the camera and the lens resulting in incorrect operation of the camera. After removing the lens, make sure to attach the body cap to the lens mount and the lens cap and dust cap to the lens. • Handle the camera with care. Do not subject the camera to shocks or vibration as this may cause damage. When using the shoulder strap, do not allow the camera to swing and hit an object. • To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not connect the supplied battery charger or compact power adapter to voltage converters for overseas travels or special power sources such as those on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc. Long-term storage If you do not intend to use the camera for a long time, store it in a place free of dust, in low humidity, and at temperatures not higher than 30 °C (86 °F).