How to care for lens H-FSA45200/H-FSA100300.

This lens has a dust-proof and splash-proof construction. When using it, please be careful of the following. If the lens is not working properly, consult the dealer or your nearest Service Center.

For information on service select "Support Links" then "Service locator".

Caring for the lens

1. Please attach the lens to a dust-proof and splash-proof digital camera.
2. When detaching the lens from the digital camera, take care to ensure that sand, dust, splashes of water etc., do not get into the lens or the terminals.
3. This lens is not waterproof and cannot be used to record underwater. For splash-proofing, the lens is constructed to resist the entry of water. If splashes of water etc. do adhere to the lens, wipe after use with a soft dry cloth.
4. Take care not to drop or knock the lens. Also take care not to put a lot of pressure on the lens.
5. Take care not to drop the bag that you inserted the lens in as it may strongly shock the lens. The camera may stop operating normally and pictures may no longer be recorded. Also, the lens may be damaged.
6. When carrying the digital camera with the lens attached, hold both the digital camera and the lens. When using pesticides and other volatile substances around the camera make sure that they do not get onto the lens.
7. If such substances get onto the lens they can damage the exterior case or cause the paint to peel. Do not point the lens at the sun or other strong light sources.
8. This could cause the lens to collect an excessive amount of light, resulting in fire and malfunction.
9. Under no circumstances should the unit be stored in any of the following locations since doing so may cause problems in operation or malfunctioning.
   • In direct sunlight or on a beach in summer.
   • In locations with high temperatures and humidity levels or where the changes in temperature and humidity are acute.
   • In locations with high concentrations of sand, dust or dirt.
   • Where there is fire.
   • Near heaters, air conditioners or humidifiers.
   • Where water may make the unit wet.
   • Where there is vibration.
   • Inside a vehicle.
10. Refer also to the owner’s manual of the digital camera.
11. When the unit is not going to be used for a prolonged period, we recommend storing with a desiccant (silica gel). Failure to do so may result in performance failure caused by mold, etc. It is recommended that you check the unit’s operation prior to use.
12. Do not leave the lens in contact with rubber or plastic products for extended periods of time.
13. Do not touch the lens contact point. Doing so can cause failure of the unit.
14. Do not disassemble or alter the unit.
15. Do not use benzine, thinner, alcohol or other similar cleaning agents to clean the lens glass or exterior cabinet.
16. Using solvents can damage the lens or cause the paint to peel.
17. Wipe off any dust or fingerprints with a soft, dry cloth.
18. Use a dry, dust cloth to remove dirt and dust on the lens mount rubber, zoom ring, or focus ring.
19. Do not use a household detergent or a chemically treated cloth.
20. Keep the unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games, radio transmitters, high-voltage lines etc.).
21. Do not use the camera near cell phones because doing so may result in noise adversely affecting the pictures and sound.
22. If the camera is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and stops functioning properly, turn the camera off and remove the battery and/or the connected AC adaptor. Then reinsert the battery and/or reconnect the AC adaptor and turn the camera The lens can be used with a digital camera compatible with the lens mount standard for the “Micro Four Thirds TM System”.

Notes:

• To improve the dust-proofing and splash-proofing of this lens, a lens mount rubber is used in the mounting portion. After changing the lens a number of times, you may find that the lens mount rubber has marked the mount portion of the digital camera body, which does not affect its performance. For information on changing the lens mount rubber, contact your nearest Service Center.
  • For information on service select "Support Links" then "Service locator".
• Do not press the lens with excessive force.
• When there is dirt (water, oil, and fingerprints, etc.) on the surface of the lens, the picture may be affected. Lightly wipe the surface of the lens with a soft, dry cloth before and after taking pictures.
• To prevent dust and other particles from accumulating on or entering the lens, attach the lens rear cap when the lens is not in use.
• To protect the lens contact points, Do not place the lens with its mount surface facing down. In addition, do not allow the lens contact points to become dirty.