2. KeyMission 360
  3. KeyMission 360 Online Manual
  4. Technical Notes
  5. Cleaning and Storage

Cleaning and Storage

Cleaning after Using the Camera Underwater

Follow the procedure below to rinse the camera with fresh water within 60 minutes after using it underwater or at the beach. The underwater lens protectors are used here as an example.

1. Check that the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover is securely closed (locked).

  • Check that the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover latch and battery-chamber/memory card slot cover latch release are positioned as shown in the figure, and that their orange indicator marks are not visible.

2. Wash with fresh water while the underwater lens protectors are attached.

Immerse the camera in a shallow basin filled with fresh water for 10 minutes.

  • Immerse the camera in fresh water and shake it sufficiently in the water to remove any foreign substances from the camera. If foreign substances still remain, remove them with a cotton swab, etc.
  • When the camera is immersed in the water, a few air bubbles may come out from the water drain holes of the camera such as openings in the microphone or speakers. This is not a malfunction.

3. Wrap the camera with a soft dry cloth to wipe off water droplets, and dry the camera in a well-ventilated and shady place.

  • Place the camera on a dry cloth to dry it.
  • Do not dry the camera with hot air from a hair dryer or clothes dryer.

4. Check that there are no water droplets, remove the underwater lens protectors, and then remove any water droplets or sand remaining on the inner side of the underwater lens protectors with a soft dry cloth.

  • Attaching an underwater lens protector while the inner side is still wet could cause condensation or a malfunction.

5. After making sure that there are no water droplets on the camera, open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover and use a soft dry cloth to gently wipe off any water or sand remaining on the waterproofing packing or inside the camera.

  • If the cover is closed when the inside is wet, this could cause condensation or a malfunction.

Cleaning after Using the Camera in Conditions Other than Underwater

Use a blower or air duster to remove any dust or lint that adheres to the lenses, lens protectors, silicone jacket, camera body, special accessories, etc. To remove fingerprints or other stains, gently wipe the parts with a soft dry cloth. If you wipe with too much pressure or with a rough cloth, it may damage the camera or cause a malfunction.

Storage

If you do not intend to use the camera for an extended period, remove the battery and avoid storing the camera in any of the following types of locations:

  • Places that are poorly ventilated or subject to humidity of over 60%
  • Places exposed to temperatures above 50°C (122°F) or below –10°C (14°F)
  • Places next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields, such as televisions or radios
    To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once a month, and turn it on and release the shutter a few times before putting it away again. Completely exhaust the battery before storing it, and recharge it at least once every six months. Also, place the battery in a container such as plastic bag in order to insulate it, and store it in a cool place.