Samsung AQ 1O0 - Manual (Page 19)

Waterproof management
You can use this camera underwater to a maximum depth of 9.8 feet
(3m) in an ocean, iake, or similar underwater environment for one
hour. To ensure the camera operates properiy underwater, you must
practice the correct waterproof management before and after using
the camera, as foiiows.
s Before using the camera
1. Make sure that there is no dirt, dust, or sand on the camera and
that the lens is always kept clean.
- If there is foreign matter or moisture on the battery chamber cover
or the USB cover, wipe them with a smooth, lint free cloth. Also
check if there are any scratches on the waterproof seal.
USB cover
2. Make sure that the battery chamber cover and the USB cover
make a clicking sound when closing them, so that they are firmly
shut.
• Do not open the battery chamber cover or the USB cover under­
water, with a wet hand, or in any environment that has a great
deal of moisture and dirt.
I While using the camera:
- Do not use the camera under water at a depth of more than 9.8 feet
(3m).
- Do not use the camera continuously for over one hour under water.
- Do not open the battery chamber cover and the USB cover under
water.
- Do not use the camera in hot water.
- Do not leave the camera on the sand. Sand may enter the speaker
or the microphone, and the camera may get hot if it is exposed to
direct sunlight for a prolonged time.
- The waterproof performance may deteriorate if the camera is struck,
dropped, subjected to strong pressure or to strong vibration.
- The accessories that came with the camera are not waterproof.
■ After using the camera
1. Make sure that any water and dirt on the camera are removed with
a dry cloth after using the camera under water.
2. Ensure the battery chamber cover and the
USB cover are closed, and then wash the
camera with flowing water, making sure
to remove all sand, foreign matter, and
dirt. You can also submerge the camera
in clean water for 2 to 3 minutes before
washing it. See page 19 for details.
- Do not wipe the camera with other
liquids such as soapy water, neutral
detergents, or alcohol.
3. Wipe the camera with a dry cloth, and then dry the camera in a
well ventilated place.