RCA CC4352 User Guide - Page 66

Care and Maintenance Proper Care and Storage • Keep dust and grit from entering the camcorder's cassette door. Dust and grit are abrasive and cause excessive wear to both the camcorder's recording/playback heads and cassettes. • Always place the lens cap back on the camcorder when it is not in use. • Before handling your camcorder, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products such as suntan lotion, as it might damage the finish. • The camcorder might be damaged by improper storage or handling. Do not subject the camcorder to swinging, shaking, or dropping. • Do not store the camcorder in temperatures below -22°F (-30ºC) or above 149°F (65ºC). • When the camcorder is not in use, always remove the cassette and AC adapter/charger or battery. • Retain the original carton for future storage or shipping purposes. Things to Avoid • Do not attempt to disassemble your camcorder. There are no userserviceable parts inside. • Avoid operating your camcorder immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location. Give the camcorder 2 to 3 hours to reach a stable temperature before inserting a cassette. When the camcorder is moved from cold to warm, condensation might cause the tape to stick to the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape. • Do not aim your camcorder at the sun or other bright objects. • Do not leave your camcorder in direct sunlight for extended periods of time. The resulting heat buildup might permanently damage the camcorder's internal parts. • Do not operate the camcorder in extremely humid environments. • Do not operate the camcorder near the ocean as salt water or salt water spray might damage the internal parts of the camcorder. • Do not operate the camcorder for extended periods in temperatures below 40°F (4ºC) or above 95°F (35ºC). • Do not expose the camcorder or adapter/charger to rain or moisture. If any component becomes wet, turn off the power and take the unit to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center. • Do not use an adapter/charger or batteries other than the ones specified for the camcorder. Use of the wrong accessories might cause damage to the camcorder. • Do not hold the camcorder by the viewfinder or LCD extension as this could damage them. 63