Pentax ist *ist Manual - Page 3

1 FOR SAFE USE OF YOUR CAMERA Although we have carefully designed this camera for safe operation, please be sure to follow precautions given on this page. WARNING:This mark indicates precautions that, if not followed, could result in serious injury to the user. CAUTION: This mark indicates precautions that, if not followed, could result in minor or medium injury to the user or damage to the equipment. WARNING • The electronic circuits inside the camera contain high voltage working parts. Never attempt to disassemble the camera yourself. • Never touch internal parts of the camera if they become exposed from dropping the camera or for some other reason, as there is danger of an electric shock. • Wrapping the strap around your neck is dangerous. Make sure that small children do not get the strap caught around their neck. • Do not look directly at the sun through the camera, as viewing the sun may damage your eyes, and/or parts of the camera (e.g.: shutter curtains, etc.) • Be sure to store batteries out of the reach of children. Seek medical assistance immediately if accidentally swallowed. CAUTION • Never try to disassemble, short or recharge the battery. Also, do not dispose of the battery in fire, as it may explode. • Remove the batteries from the camera immediately if they become hot or begin to smoke. Be careful not to burn yourself during removal. • Do not place your finger on the flash when it is discharging as there is a risk of burns.