LEICA M6 Rangefinder Camera - Manual (Page 6)

SAFETY REMARKS 6
SAFETY REMARKS
GENERAL INFORMATION
• As a rule, you should store small parts like the battery cover as
follows:
– out of the reach of children
– in a safe location, where they will not get lost or stolen
• State-of-the-art electronic components are sensitive to static dis-
charge. You can easily pick up charges of several 10,000 volts by
simply walking on synthetic floor coverings. A static discharge can
occur when you touch the camera and especially if it is placed on
a conductive surface. A static discharge on the camera housing
poses no risk for the electronics. Despite built-in safety circuits,
you should avoid direct contact with external camera contacts like
those in the flash shoe.
• Use a cotton or linen cloth instead of a microfiber cloth from an
optician's (synthetic) when cleaning the contacts. Make sure
to discharge any electrostatic charge by deliberately touching
a heating or water pipe (conductive, grounded material). Dirt
deposits and oxidation on the contacts can be avoided by storing
your camera in a dry location with the lens cap and flash shoe cap
attached.
• Only use accessories specified for this model to prevent faults,
short circuits or electric shock.
• Do not attempt to remove parts of the housing (covers) yourself.
Repairs must be done at authorized service centers only.
• Protect the camera against contact with insect sprays and other
aggressive chemicals. Petroleum spirit, thinner and alcohol must
not be used for cleaning. Some chemicals and liquids can damage
the camera housing or the surface finish.
• Rubber and plastics are known to expel aggressive chemicals
and should therefore not be kept in contact with the camera for
extended periods of time.
• Prevent any sand or dust or water penetration into the camera,
e.g. during snowfall or rain or on the beach. Be extra careful when
changing the lens and when inserting or removing the film pack.
Sand and dust can damage the camera and lenses. Moisture can
cause malfunctions and irreparable damage.
LENS
• A camera lens can have the effect of a magnifying glass when
exposed to direct frontal sunlight. The camera must therefore be
protected against extended exposure to direct sunlight.
• Attaching the lens cap and keeping the camera in the shade or
ideally in its camera case, will help prevent damage to the interior
of the camera.
BATTERY
• Any improper use of the batteries or the use of unapproved bat-
tery types may result in an explosion!
• Do not expose the battery to sunlight, heat, humidity or moisture
for prolonged periods of time. Likewise, the batteries must not be
placed in a microwave oven or a high-pressure container as this
would pose a fire or explosion hazard!
• A damaged battery can damage the camera.
• The battery must be removed from the camera and must be
replaced immediately in case of a strange smell, discoloration,
deformation, overheating or leakage. Continued use of the battery
may result in overheating, which can cause fire and/or explosion!
• Never throw batteries into a fire as they may explode.