Nikon D500 User Manual

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Foreign matter entering the camera when lenses or body caps are 
removed or exchanged (or in rare circumstances lubricant or fine 
particles from the camera itself ) may adhere to the image sensor, 
where it may appear in photographs taken under certain conditions. 
To protect the camera when no lens is in place, be sure to replace the 
body cap provided with the camera, being careful to first remove all 
dust and other foreign matter that may be adhering to the camera 
mount, lens mount, and body cap. Avoid attaching the body cap or 
exchanging lenses in dusty environments.

Should foreign matter find its way onto the image sensor, use the 
image sensor cleaning option as described on page 338. If the 
problem persists, clean the sensor manually (

0 341) or have the 

sensor cleaned by authorized Nikon service personnel. Photographs 
affected by the presence of foreign matter on the sensor can be 
retouched using the clean image options available in some imaging 
applications.

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The camera is a precision device and requires regular servicing. Nikon 
recommends that the camera be inspected by the original retailer or a 
Nikon-authorized service representative once every one to two years, 
and that it be serviced once every three to five years (note that fees 
apply to these services). Frequent inspection and servicing are 
particularly recommended if the camera is used professionally. Any 
accessories regularly used with the camera, such as lenses or optional 
flash units, should be included when the camera is inspected or 
serviced.