Nikon 25048 User Manual - Page 167

Reference-Technical Notes Caring forYour Camera Cleaning Lens/ Viewfinder The key to cleaning these glass par ts is to not touch them with your fingers. Use a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that you pump to produce a stream of air out the other) to remove dust or lint. To remove fingerprints or other stains that can not be removed with a blower, wipe the lens or viewfinder with a soft cloth, using a spiral motion that star ts in the center of the lens and works out to the edges. Monitor Remove dust or lint with a blower. To remove fingerprints and other stains, clean the monitor with a soft, dry cloth, being careful not to apply pressure. Use a blower to remove dust and lint, then wipe gently with a soft, dry Camera Body cloth. After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt with a cloth lightly dampened with fresh water, then dry thor- oughly. Do not use alcohol,thinner, or other volatile chemicals Storage When the camera will not be used for an extended period, remove the battery after checking to make sure that the camer a is off and the lens cover closed. Do not store your camera in locations that: • are poorly ventilated or damp • are next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields, such as tele- visions or radios • are exposed to temperatures above 50°C (122°F) or below -10°C (14°F) • are subject to humidities of over 60% 153