Canon XF605 Instruction Manual - Page 219

Handling Precautions Handling Precautions Camera Be sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum performance. • 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 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/video noise. When not using the viewfinder, attach the viewfinder cap to the viewfinder. • Do not point the camera/viewfinder toward an intense light source, such as the sun on a sunny day or an intense artificial light source. Doing so may damage the image sensor or the camera's internal components. Be especially careful when using a tripod. When you are not using the camera, make sure to attach the lens cap to the lens. When not using the viewfinder, attach the viewfinder cap to the viewfinder. • Do not carry the camera by the LCD monitor or store the camera in a forced position, without returning the LCD monitor to its correct position. This may damage to the monitor's joints. • Do not apply excessive force when touching the screen. This may cause irregularities in the display quality or damage to the monitor's joints. • Do not apply protective film to the touch screen. The camera features a capacitive touch screen that may stop working correctly with a protective overlay. 219 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). Battery Pack DANGER! Treat the battery pack with care. • Keep it away from fire (or it might explode). • Do not expose the battery pack to temperature higher than 60 °C (140 °F). Do not leave it near a heater or inside a car in hot weather. • Do not try to disassemble or modify it. • Do not drop it or subject it to shocks. • Do not get it wet. • Dirty terminals may cause a poor contact between the battery pack and the camera. Wipe the terminals with a soft dry cloth.