Olympus PFL-01 - Manual (Page 17)

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and use it after applying a thin coat of the special grease. Excessive
application of grease does not improve the waterproof function or the
permissible withstand pressure. However, it may facilitate attachment of
sand, dirt, etc.
A thin, uniform coat produces the best result.
(4) The O-ring is a consumable product. Replace it at least once a year.
(5) Deterioration of the O-ring is accelerated by the use conditions and the
storage conditions. Replace the O-ring immediately by a new one if it
shows signs of damage, cracking or loss of elasticity.
Q10: What are the important points for Case maintenance?
A10: Please observe the following items.
(1) Never use the following chemicals for cleaning, corrosion protection,
defogging, repair or other purposes.
• Never use alcohol, thinner, benzene or similar volatile organic solvents
or chemical detergents to clean the Case. Pure water or lukewarm water
is sufficient for cleaning.
• Do not use anticorrosion agents on the metal parts. The metal parts are
made of aluminum, brass or stainless steel. Cleaning with pure water is
sufficient.
• Do not use commercial defogging agents. Always use the original
Olympus defogging silica gel.
• Do not use adhesive for repairs or other purposes. When repair is
required, please contact a service station of our company or your dealer.
Q11: Please tell me about repairs.
A11: Please contact a service station of our company or your dealer, if repair
should be necessary. Do not try to repair, disassemble or modify the
Case yourself. Repair, disassembly or modification by you or third
parties not authorized by Olympus invalidates the guarantee.
Q12: What are the model numbers of the PFL-01 accessories?
A12: The following accessories are being sold.
(1) O-ring for the PFL-01 body (POL-201A/ 1,000, POL-201B/ 1,000):
This is a silicone rubber O-ring packing to be installed in the PT-019
body to make it waterproof. O-rings for other Case models cannot be
used.
(2) Silicone O-ring grease (PSOLG-1/ 800): This is a special grease for
silicone O-ring maintenance.
(3) Silica gel (SILCA-5/ 500): This is a desiccant used to prevent fogging
of the glass parts of the Case. The quantity is five bags.
❈You can order in large computer shops and camera mass sale stores.
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these modes, refer to the instruction manual for the camera or flash.)
Q7: How can I check for water leakage?
A7 : Here you should carry out the first check and the final system check with
the flash inside the case.
It is also recommended that you carry out the first check by diving to the
intended depth with the empty case. If this is not possible, this test
should be carried out at a depth of at least one meter or in a container of
water (e.g. a bath, bucket, etc.). The final system check can then be
carried out in a similar container of water.
Q8 : What are the causes for entry of water?
A8 : The main causes for the entry of water are shown below. Please check
them most carefully.
(1) Forgetting to install the O-ring
(2) The O-ring is partly or completely outside the groove.
(3) Damage, deterioration, or deformation of the O-ring
(4) Sand, fibers, hair or other foreign matter on the O-ring
(5) Sand, fibers, hair or other foreign matter on the O-ring groove or the O-
ring contact surface
(6) When the bag of silica gel is caught between the front and rear lids when
closing the case.
(7) Throwing the Case from a boat into the water, jumping with the Case into
the water, or other sudden application of strong forces onto the Case.
When entering the water, hand the Case over quietly or avoid impacts in
other ways.
Q9 : What are the important points for O-ring maintenance?
A9 : Please observe the following items.
(1) Never use alcohol, thinner, benzene or similar organic solvents or
chemical detergents to clean the O-ring. When such chemicals are used,
it is to be feared that the O-ring will be damaged or that its deterioration
will be accelerated.
(2) Use the original Olympus silicone O-ring grease (white cap). The grease
attached to Cases up to PT-008 (red cap) and the grease of other
companies are not suitable for this silicone O-ring, and use of such
grease may cause deterioration of the surface and impairment of the
waterproof function.
(3) In order to avoid deformation of the O-ring when the Case is not used for
a long time, remove the O-ring from the Case, apply a thin coat of the
special grease, and store the O-ring in a clean plastic bag. For reuse,
confirm that the O-ring is free of damage and cracks, that it has sufficient
elasticity, that the surface is free of stickiness and other abnormalities,
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