Pentax PC-300 PC-300 Manual - Page 2

Ei:13 ; ! (O.V" 111•111111Convedn. • Self-timer Button • Auxiliary Rewind Button • Shutter Release Button • Film Counter • Built-in Flash • Viewfinder Window Lens Protector • Self-timer/Red-eye Reduction Lamp • Light Sensor Window • Liens • Back Cover Release Lever • Viewfinder Eyepiece • Film Information Window • Tripod Socket • Red-eye Reduction Flash Switch • Battery Chamder Cover • Back Cover • Adjuster You need two "AA" alkaline batteries to °polite this camera . Ni-Cd and manganese batteries H.) ere not usuable. 1. Open the battery chamber cover. (See figure 2. Insert two batteries by aligning (+) cover, then close the cover. (See figure and ni .) ( -) marks of the batteries with marks on the • Up to 10 rolls of 24 -exposure film can be taken with new alkaline (LR 6) batteries assuming that all of pictures are taken with flash. (According to Pentax testing conditions) Battery Check When the batteries are green lamp at the center bporottpoemrlyofintsheertfeinddearnldighthteupshourtbtelirnkbsu. tt(oSneeisfigpurreessBed.)halfway, the • The camera does not operate when the batteries have been used up or have been improperly inserted. • As the batteries deplete, flash recharging and film winding/rewinding will take longer. Replace the batteries as soon as you notice this. • Batteries must be handled with care. Incorrect use of batteries can cause overheating or even explosions. • Battery performance is poor at low temperatures but returns to normal at ordinary temperatures. • Do not short-circuit, disassemble, recharge or throw used batteries into fire as they may explode. Handling Precautions 1. This is not an underwater camera and it may not be possible to repair it if it is immersed in water. Contact authorized service facility. 2. Sand or mud entering the camera may damage the camera. Do not place it directly on a sandy 3. beach. Do not It is use not designed paint thinner, for professional or other taxing uses. benzene or other solvents for cleaning the camera. 4. 5. Do not store or leave the camera for a long time in places where the temperature is high. Moisture condensation will form in the camera when it is brought into a warm room after emoting in cold weather. Put the camera in the camera bag or a vinyl bag before bringing it in to lower the temperature change. Take out the camera when the temperature change is less drastic. 6. A camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or bang it against objects. Have it inspected 7. when it is exposed to strong shock or pressure. The camera operates normaily within a temperature range of 40`C (104°F) to 5°C (23° f). 8. The camera contains high voltage circuits. To prevent electric shock and other hazards, do not disassemble the camera. 9. The camera should be returned in for service every year or every other year to keep it in proper working order. It is also a good idea to have it inspected when it has not been used for a long time or before taking important photographs. 15 O