110 Do’s and Don’tsStorageIf you do not intend to use thecamcorder for a long time, store it in aplace free of dust, in low humidity, and attemperatures not higher than 30 °C(86 °F).CleaningCamcorder BodyUse a soft, dry cloth to clean thecamcorder body. Never use chemicallytreated cloth or volatile solvents such aspaint thinner.Pick Up LensRemove any dust or dirt particles usinga non-aerosol type blower brush. Nevertouch the pick up lens directly to clean it.Lens and ViewfinderIf the lens surface is dirty, the autofocusmay not work properly.Remove any dust or dirt particles usinga non-aerosol type blower brush.Use a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth togently wipe the lens or viewfinder. Neveruse tissue paper.LCD ScreenClean the LCD screen using a clean,soft lens-cleaning cloth.Condensation may form on the surfaceof the screen when the temperaturechanges suddenly. Wipe it with a soft drycloth.CondensationMoving the camcorder rapidly betweenhot and cold temperatures may causecondensation (water droplets) to form onits internal surfaces. Stop using thecamcorder if condensation is detected.Continued use may damage thecamcorder.Condensation may form in the followingcases:When the camcorder is moved from anair-conditioned room to a warm, humidplaceWhen the camcorder is moved from acold place to a warm roomWhen the camcorder is left in a humidroomWhen a cold room is heated rapidlyMaintenance/Others