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If there is sand or dirt on the binoculars, wash them with water by
following the procedure below.
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Never operate any functions while washing the binoculars with
water. Otherwise water may leak into the binoculars through
movable components, resulting in malfunction.
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Make sure that the battery chamber cover is closed before
washing the binoculars.
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Use tap water below 30°C/86°F for washing.
Wash with running water.
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Wash dust, dirt, and sand from the surface
of the binoculars with tap water at about the
same flow as for washing your hands.
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Do not rub the objective and eyepiece
lenses if they are still dirty.
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Soak and wash.
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Soak the binoculars in water in a
bucket or other container, and gently
move them back and forth so that dust,
dirt, and sand come off easily.
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If they are covered with salt water, soak the
binoculars for one to two hours to remove salt.
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Wipe the binoculars.
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Use a clean, dry, soft cloth to wipe
moisture off the binoculars.
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Sometimes moisture remains in gaps between
components, so place the binoculars on a dry,
soft cloth to dry completely in the shade.
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After the binoculars are completely dry,
use commercially available lens cleaner
or similar material to clean the lenses.
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After Use
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Do not wash the binoculars with detergent, hot water, or strongly
running water, as that may result in malfunction.
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Do not swing the binoculars in an attempt to shake off water, or use a
hair drier or similar item to dry them, or wash them in a washing machine.
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If the binoculars are heavily soiled or large amounts of sand are on the
binoculars, consult with a Canon Service Counter.
