Pentax AF 360 FGZ II Operating Guide
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Precautions for Your Flash Unit
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Never use organic solvents such as paint thinner, alcohol
or benzine to clean the flash unit.
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Avoid leaving the flash unit for extended period in places
where the humidity and temperature are very high such as
in a car.
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Be careful not to subject the flash unit to strong vibrations,
shock or pressure. Use a cushion to protect the flash unit
when carrying it in a motorcycle, car, boat, etc.
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The flash unit is designed to be water-proof and dust-proof.
However, do not use the flash unit where it may be directly
exposed to rain, water, etc.
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When using the flash unit off the camera, do not try to
attach any metallic object to the electric contacts or to
mount incompatible accessories. Otherwise, the P-TTL
auto mechanism may be damaged or rendered inoperable.
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Periodic checks are recommended every 1 to 2 years in
order to maintain high performance. If the unit has not
been used for an extended period of time, or is being
readied for an important shoot, it is recommended that you
take a test flash with the test button and test shoot with it.
Test flash is also important to maintain optimum
performance.
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Avoid contact with garbage, dirt, sand, dust, water, toxic
gases, salt, etc. When the flash unit is subjected to rain
or moisture, wipe it off with a dry cloth.
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When photographing black or white subjects, use
exposure compensation.
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The flash unit may become hot when discharges many
times in succession, resulting in damage or malfunction.
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Do not attach any accessories such as the hot shoe grip
which have the different number of electrical contacts.
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The hot shoe of the camera incorporates flash signal
contacts. Dirt, dust, or corrosion on the contacts may
cause a malfunction.
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We will not be held responsible for any accidents or
damage, etc. caused due to the use of this product with
cameras and accessories made by the other companies.
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The LED beam of the unit is to assist shooting with a
camera. Do not use the LED beam for other purposes.
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