Nikon os Speedlight SB-102 - Manual (Page 7)

TIPS ON SPEEDLIGHT CARE
1. After using the speedlight and camera under­
water, rinse them both as soon as possibie in
fresh running water with the sync and sensor
cords attached. When the speediight/camera
assembly gets dirty, rinse it thoroughly in fresh
water. Immediately after using it in salt water,
rinse it thoroughly in fresh water to remove any
residue. Otherwise, corrosion may occur in
minute places like small holes or the junctions
of parts. To prevent this, soak the speedlight/
camera assembly overnight in a basin of fresh
water, then rinse it vigorously in running water
while paying special attention to the joint @, arm
@, bracket screw®, buckles®, and similar parts
where it is very difficult to remove mud or salt.
Finally, dry the speediight/camera assembly with
a soft cloth—never by heating—before removing
the sync and sensor cords. Be sure to wipe away
any drops of water that may have speeded in
past the 0-ring.
When the unit is completely dry, check the
0-rings. If any of them is scratched or damaged,
immediately replace it with a new one by follow­
ing the procedures in “PREPARATION.”
All moving parts should be lubricated to prevent
corrosion and facilitate attachment. Apply lubri­
cant sparingly and be sure to wipe off any excess.
When the speedlight will not be used for some
time, store it in a cool, dry, clean place with the
batteries and battery chamber cap removed.
2. Never submerge the speedlight in water with
the sync or sensor socket cover removed, or
get the sync or sensor cord plugs wet. Always
make sure the sync cord and sensor cord plugs
are securely attached before entering the water.
3. Never pick up or suspend the speedlight by the
sync or sensor cords.
4. If an 0-ring with dust, scratches, or damage is
used, water may enter the flash unit and damage
the electrical circuitry. Before and after diving,
check the 0-rings by following the procedures
in PREPARATION
5. Do not allow the speedlight to be exposed to
direct sunlight for long periods. And never place
the speedlight in an area where the temperature
is or may rise to 60°C (140°F) such as in a
closed car or car trunk during warm weather.
6. Fligh-voltage circuitry may cause electrical
shock if water enters the flash unit. Should water
get inside the flash unit, take it—with the bat­
teries and battery chamber cap removed—to
an authorized Nikon dealer or service center
immediately.
If you experience difficulty of an electrical nature
with the unit, never attempt to disassemble or
service it yourself. Instead, take the unit to an
authorized Nikon dealer or service center.
7. As much as possible, avoid removing the battery
chamber cap near salty wind or splashing water
because either may damage the unit’s electrical
circuitry. If the battery chamber cap must be
removed in one of these situations, for instance,
to exchange batteries, use a vinyl bag to prevent
water or salt from entering the unit.
8. When not using the speedlight, remove batteries
to prevent damage from battery leakage. Leaking
batteries may also cause dangerous combustible
gases to be trapped inside the battery chamber.
If the battery chamber becomes corroded by
leakage, take the unit to an authorized Nikon
dealer or service center.
9. To remove dirt or fingerprints, wipe with a soft,
dry or silicon-treated cloth. Never use thinner,
benzine, or alcohol because they may damage
plastic parts. To clean the Wide-Flash Adapter
SW-102, wash it with soap and water. Never
use a brush.
10. If this speedlight is frequently used underwater
(especially in salt water or dirty water), take it to
an authorized Nikon dealer or service center for
inspection on a regular basis.
11. If the speedlight is dropped or bumped against
a hard surface, take it to an authorized Nikon
dealer or service center for inspection even if
there is no surface damage.
12. After using the speedlight, attach the dust-proof
plastic caps to the sync and sensor cord plugs
to protect them from damage.