How can I maintain the all-weather capability of the Stylus 700?
The Stylus 700 loses its weatherproof capability if the battery compartment cover or the connector cover is open. Make sure that all the covers are closed before using the camera. It is possible, though not common, for water to enter the camera when the lens is in motion, such as when the camera is powered on in a shooting mode, when the optical zoom is operated, or when the Power Save function turns the camera off after a period of idleness. To preserve the weatherproof feature of your camera, take the following care precautions: • If the camera gets splashed, wipe the water off as soon as possible with a soft, lint-free cloth. In particular, salt water spray or droplets can cause damage to the camera if the camera is not wiped dry as soon as possible. • Wipe any water off the camera before changing the battery or memory card. • Do not apply excessive force to or attempt to peel off the rubber backing of the battery compartment cover or the connector cover. • If the rubber backing bec
