Canon IXUS 980 IS - Manual (Page 33)

Safety Precautions
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Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions described
below and in the “Safety Precautions” section. Always ensure that the camera is operated
correctly.
The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to prevent injuries to
yourself and other persons, or damage to the equipment.
Be sure to also check the guides included with any separately sold accessories you use.
Warnings Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death.
Cautions Denotes the possibility of injury or damage to the equipment.
A Warnings
Camera
• store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants.
Strap; Putting the strap around a child’s neck could result in asphyxiation.
Memory card, day/date battery; Dangerous if accidentally swallowed. If this occurs,
contact a doctor immediately.
• Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to human eyes.
Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash may damage eyesight. In
particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the
flash.
• Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment that is not
expressly described in this guide.
• To avoid the risk of injury, do not touch the interior of the camera if it has been
dropped or otherwise damaged.
• Stop operating the camera immediately if it emits smoke, a strange smell, or
otherwise behaves abnormally.
• Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to enter the camera.
This could result in fire or electrical shock.
If liquid or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn
the camera power off and remove the battery.
« Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the
equipment.
• Use only recommended power sources.
Battery, Battery Charger
• Use only recommended batteries.
• Do not place the battery near or in direct flame.
• Do not let the battery come into contact with water (e.g. sea water) or other
liquids.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the battery.
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