Foreword; Important; Safety Notes - Leica SF 64 Mode D'emploi

FOREWORD

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Dear Customer
Leica would like to thank you for purchasing the Leica SF 64 flash unit system
and to congratulate you on your choice. By choosing this flash unit you have
made the best choice for your Leica camera. We wish you a great deal of fun
and success with your new flash unit.
Please read this manual in its entirety so that you can make the most of your
Leica SF 64.
MEANING OF THE DIFFERENT NOTE CATEGORIES IN THIS MANUAL
Note:
Additional information

Important:

Failure to observe the instructions may cause damage to the camera,
accessories or the photos
Caution:
Failure to observe the instructions may cause personal injury
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SAFETY NOTES

Caution, proper use:
• This flash unit is intended only to light up subjects in the photographic field,
and is licensed only for this. It must not be used for any other purpose.
• It may be operated only with the accessories described in this manual or with
accessories approved by Leica Camera AG.
• The flash unit must never be triggered near flammable gases or liquids
(gasoline, solvents, etc.)! There is a risk of EXPLOION or FIRE!
• Never use the flash at close quarters direct into eyes because this can cause
retinal damage to both people and animals and result in severe vision
problems or even blindness!
• Bus, train or car drivers, or cyclists, should never be photographed with flash
because an accident may be caused by dazzling the driver/cyclist! Before
taking such shots, switch the flash off or make sure that the flash will not be
triggered!
• Do not touch the diffusion head after repeated use of the flash as it can
become very hot! There is a risk of burning!
• Do not touch the contact at the shoe of the flash unit either.
• If the device housing has been damaged so badly that internal parts are
exposed, please do not touch them - HIGH VOLTAGE!
• This also applies if water or other liquids, metallic or flammable objects have
penetrated the inside of the device.
• In this case, remove the batteries. Do this extremely carefully!
• The high-voltage circuit can cause electric shocks, burns or other injuries
even after the batteries have been removed!