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PRECAUTIONS AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
• Do not use your Leica M Monochrom in the
immediate vicinity of devices with powerful magnetic,
electrostatic or electromagnetic fields (e.g. induction
ovens, microwave ovens, television sets or computer
monitors, video game consoles, cell phones, radio
equipment).
• If you place the Leica M Monochrom on or very close
to a television set, its magnetic field could interfere
with picture recordings.
• The same applies for use in the vicinity of cell phones.
• Strong magnetic fields, e.g. from speakers or large
electric motors, can damage the stored data or the
pictures.
• Do not use the Leica M Monochrom in the immediate
vicinity of radio transmitters or high-voltage power
lines. Their magnetic fields can also interfere with
picture recordings.
• If the Leica M Monochrom malfunctions due to the
effects of electromagnetic fields, remove the battery
and then turn the camera on again.
• Protect the Leica M Monochrom from contact
with insect sprays and other aggressive chemicals.
Petroleum spirit, thinner and alcohol may not be used
for cleaning.
• Certain chemicals and liquids can damage the Leica
M Monochrom body or the surface finish.
• As rubber and plastics sometimes emit aggressive
chemicals, they should not remain in contact with the
Leica M Monochrom for extended periods.
• Ensure that sand and dust cannot get into the Leica
M Monochrom, e.g. on the beach. Sand and dust
can damage the camera and the memory card. Take
particular care when changing lenses and when
inserting and removing the card.
• Ensure that water cannot get into the Leica M
Monochrom, e.g. when it is snowing or raining and on
the beach. Moisture can cause malfunctions and even
permanent damage to the Leica M Monochrom and
the memory card.
• If salt water spray gets onto the Leica M Monochrom,
wet a soft cloth with tap water, wring it out thoroughly
and wipe the camera with it. Then wipe down
thoroughly with a dry cloth.
