Contax SL300R T* User Manual

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These Operating Instructions feature the following caution and warning symbols to indicate 

items of special importance. Be sure to read the contents of these warnings carefully, and 

use the features correctly.

• This camera is not designed to be waterproof, and cannot be used in the rain or under 

water. If the camera should inadvertently be exposed to water, it should be taken quickly 

to a Kyocera/Yashica Service Center for inspection.

• Take great care to keep the photography lens and light sensor clean since soiling such as 

fingerprints can affect the accuracy of the camera’s metering and focusing functions. If 

these areas become soiled and require cleaning, wipe them gently with a third-party lens 

cleaning cloth. Any dust should be removed using a blower or lens brush.

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This symbol indicates procedures which have a high likelihood of resulting in 

death or serious personal injury if not followed properly.

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This symbol indicates handling procedures which may result in death or 

personal injury if not followed properly.

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This symbol indicates procedures which may result in injury to the user, or 

physical damage to the product if not followed properly.

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• If camera or batteries become hot, emit smoke or a burning smell, or display other 

abnormal symptoms, remove them from the camera immediately to prevent fire. 

When handling the batteries, take precautions to avoid being burned.

• Never attempt to disassemble or modify the camera, since you may receive a 

severe electric shock.

• Do not operate the electronic flash at close proximity to a person’s eyes 

(especially those of an infant), since eye damage may result.

• Do not attempt to take pictures while driving or walking since you may cause an 

accident.

• When taking pictures, remain aware of your surroundings and what is 

happening around you.

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• Clean the camera well after using it at the beach or other locations subject to 

large concentrations of sand or dust. Salt air may promote corrosion of metal 

components and damage or short circuits in electronic parts, causing the 

camera to emit smoke or catch fire. Sand inside the camera may result in 

internal damage and operating malfunctions.

• If the camera is brought quickly from a cold place to a warm room, condensation 

may form on the lens and internal parts. Such condensation may result in damage 

or short circuits in electronic parts, causing the camera to emit smoke or catch 

fire. Whenever possible, avoid subjecting the camera to sudden changes in 

temperature, and if condensation occurs, turn off the camera power quickly and 

leave it off until all condensation is gone.

• This camera is a precision electronic instrument, and should be protected from 

impacts and falls that might cause damage to internal parts or the shorting of 

circuitry.

• This camera is an electronic device which uses a high-performance IC. The heat 

emitted from IC may make the camera hot during use. It is not a failure.

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