Nikon WP-CP5 (Coolpix S1/S3) Manuel D’Utilisation
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Maintenance
Maintenance
Caring for the O-ring
The WP-CP5 uses an O-ring to form a watertight seal. Improper handling of
the O-ring can produce leaks. Check the condition of the O-ring as described
below before each use, and check for the presence of foreign matter on the
O-ring each time the case is opened, however briefl y.
the O-ring can produce leaks. Check the condition of the O-ring as described
below before each use, and check for the presence of foreign matter on the
O-ring each time the case is opened, however briefl y.
Remove the O-ring
Pinch the O-ring lightly between two fi ngers to
form a loop. Take hold of the loop and remove
the O-ring from the case.
Pinch the O-ring lightly between two fi ngers to
form a loop. Take hold of the loop and remove
the O-ring from the case.
Do Not Use Force or Sharp Objects
The case may leak if the O-ring is forcibly stretched
or damaged through the use of edged or pointed
objects, including fi ngernails and metal tools.
or damaged through the use of edged or pointed
objects, including fi ngernails and metal tools.
Inspect the O-ring guide
Use a blower or cotton swab to remove any for-
eign objects from the watertight channel and all
parts of the case that come into contact with the
O-ring. Be sure to remove any threads left behind
by the swab.
Use a blower or cotton swab to remove any for-
eign objects from the watertight channel and all
parts of the case that come into contact with the
O-ring. Be sure to remove any threads left behind
by the swab.
Replacing the O-ring
The O-ring requires periodic replacement. Replace the O-ring immediately if it is dam-
aged, cracked, warped, or has lost its elasticity. O-rings should be replaced at least once
a year. Use only COOLPIX O-ring grease designated for use in this product; replacement
O-rings and O-ring grease can be purchased from a Nikon camera retailer or Nikon-au-
thorized service agent. Do not use NIKONOS O-ring lubricant (grease).
aged, cracked, warped, or has lost its elasticity. O-rings should be replaced at least once
a year. Use only COOLPIX O-ring grease designated for use in this product; replacement
O-rings and O-ring grease can be purchased from a Nikon camera retailer or Nikon-au-
thorized service agent. Do not use NIKONOS O-ring lubricant (grease).
Inspect the O-ring
Remove old O-ring grease and other foreign mat-
ter with tissue paper or a soft, dry cloth, taking
care not to leave tissue or threads on the O-ring.
Gently bend the O-ring to check for cracking or
other damage.
Remove old O-ring grease and other foreign mat-
ter with tissue paper or a soft, dry cloth, taking
care not to leave tissue or threads on the O-ring.
Gently bend the O-ring to check for cracking or
other damage.
Cracking