Sony DSC-U60 Notice
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1. any sand and completely wipe away any water that may be present on the camera body Should you find any evidence of water leaks inside the waterproof cover stop using the camera at once and contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility Sony cannot be held responsible for malfunctions or irreparable problems arising from water or foreign objects entering the inside of the camera due to improper handling Note that waterproof performance is not guaranteed under all environments and conditions Sony Corporation 2003 Printed in Japan DSC U60 On the O ring O rings are a type of waterproof packing that is used in underwater cameras and watches diving equipment etc This camera uses an O ring in the waterproof cover portion O ring mating surface O ring Before use Before using this camera underwater or in places exposed to water be sure to inspect the O ring and the O ring mating surface If the O ring or the O ring mating surface is cracked scratched or otherwise damaged or if sand particles hair or other minute dirt has adhered the waterproofing performance may be impaired Note that water entering the inside of the camera may cause irreparable damage 3 082 427 11 1 Inspecting the O ring and the O ring mating surface Inspect the O ring and the O ring mating surface in a location that is free from sand dust or moisture 1 Before opening the waterproof cover rinse off any sand and co2. SONY English IMPORTANT Waterproof specifications Notes on waterproof performance This camera conforms to IEC60529 IPX6 and IPX7 and can be used in places exposed to splashing water or underwater up to depths of 1 5 m 5 feet Water shall not enter the interior even when exposed to direct jet streams of water normal temperature fresh water from any direction Water shall not seep into the interior even when left submerged in normal temperature fresh water at a depth of 1 m 3 feet 3 1 4 inches in a stationary condition for approximately 30 minutes You can use this camera in the following places Underwater ocean swimming pools up to depths of 1 5 m 5 feet beachside riverside poolside ski slopes in the rain etc Do not use this camera in the following places Places where the camera might be subject to high water pressure hot springs or bathtubs etc Notes on use Before using this camera underwater or in places exposed to water be sure to inspect the O ring and the O ring mating surface on the inside of the camera Do not immerse the camera in water containing soap detergent bath salts etc or in hot water with a temperature of more than 30 C Never open the waterproof cover underwater or in places exposed to water Lock the lock switch to prevent the waterproof cover from opening by accident This camera does not float in water Before opening the waterproof cover be sure to rinse off
3. e Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility for replacement of O rings Order the following parts number when purchasing the O ring 3 081 956 0D After setting run a final check for any of the following problems Cleaning after use After getting the camera wet e Wipe away any water droplets on the camera body with a clean dry soft cloth e Note that water remaining in the gaps on the camera body may get your clothes or the inside of your bag wet e In cold places water droplets may freeze on the camera body Note that using the camera with water droplets frozen on it may cause a malfunction When sand dirt or seawater adhere to the camera If salt or other dirt is left encrusted on the camera the metal portions may become damaged or rusted and result in water leaks Follow the procedure below and clean the camera before opening the waterproof cover Use tap water at 30 C or less to wash the camera 1 Leave the camera immersed in a bucket or other container filled with fresh water e Wash the camera by gently moving it back and forth to thoroughly remove any dirt sand and salt Then let it soak for approximately 30 minutes e Do not rub the lens or the LCD screen when they are dirty as this may cause scratches 2 Wipe the camera e Wipe away the water on the camera using a clean dry soft cloth then leave the camera in the shade to dry e Water that is not completely wiped away may se
4. ep out later so place the camera on a soft cloth Other precautions If there is mud on the O ring or if the camera has been in seawater remove the O ring to clean and inspect it When sun oil or other oily substances adhere to the camera wash the camera in tap water Leaving these substances on the camera may cause surface discoloration or other damage Do not wash the camera in a washing machine etc Do not swing the camera violently to shake off the water or forcibly dry the camera using a hair dryer etc When the O ring or the O ring mating surface is extremely dirty consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility On storage Avoid storage in hot cold or humid places or places exposed to naphthalene camphor or other chemicals as this may damage the camera
5. mpletely wipe away any water that may be present on the camera body Sand or water getting inside the camera may cause a malfunction 2 Open the waterproof cover e For details on how to open and close the waterproof cover see page 12 in the operating instructions 3 Inspect the O ring and the O ring mating surface e Be sure to wipe away any dirt sand particles hair dust salt lint or other foreign matter adhering to the O ring with a soft lint free cloth Even a single hair adhering to the O ring may cause a water leak Dirt Sand Hair Dust Salt Lint Tiny dirt particles that are difficult to see may have adhered to the O ring so inspect the O ring by running it through your fingers When wiping away dirt from the O ring take care that cloth fibers do not remain on the O ring When it is difficult to wipe away the dirt from the O ring remove the O ring and wash it with water Be sure to replace the O ring with a new one if it becomes cracked warped crushed twisted split scratched rough or otherwise damaged Crack Warp Crush Twist Split Scratch Rough 4 Close the waterproof cover 5 Lock the lock switch Removing Setting the O ring When removing the O ring for replacement cleaning or inspection take care for the following points Removing the O ring Press lightly on the O ring with your fingers to shift it from the groove grasp the slack por
6. tion and remove the O ring Do not use a pointed sharp or metal object to remove the O ring This can scratch the O ring or the O ring mating surface which may allow water to leak inside the camera e Do not place excessive tension on the O ring Cleaning the O ring and the O ring groove e Use tap water at 30 C or less to wash the O ring that you removed Wipe away any water when finished e The O ring is specially treated so take care not to allow grease or oil to adhere to the O ring When sand particles or encrusted salt may be present in the O ring groove clean the groove carefully using a cotton swab Take care that fibers from the cotton swab do not remain in the groove e Do not use a pointed sharp or metal object for cleaning as this may scratch the O ring groove Setting the O ring Place the O ring in the groove taking care for the following points Do not place excessive tension on the O ring Are there any water droplets on the O ring Is the O ring twisted Has any dirt etc adhered to the O ring Is the O ring protruding from the groove O ring life e Replace the O ring with a new one if it becomes cracked warped crushed twisted split scratched rough or otherwise damaged Even if the O ring has no problems deformation and wear over time can cause the waterproof performance to drop so replace the O ring with a new one after approximately two years of us
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