Leica 6847, Instruction Manual

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Safety remarks

be used for cleaning. Some chemicals and liquids can damage the 

camera housing or the surface finish.

• Rubber and plastics are known to expel aggressive chemicals and 

should therefore not be kept in contact with the camera for extended 

periods of time.

• Prevent any sand or dust or water penetration into the camera, e.g. 

during snowfall or rain or on the beach. Be extra careful when changing 

the lens (in system cameras) and when inserting or removing the 

memory card and rechargeable battery. Sand and dust can damage the 

camera, the lens, the memory card and the battery. Moisture can 

cause malfunctions and irreparable damage to the camera and memory 

card.

LENS

• A camera lens can have the effect of a magnifying glass when exposed 

to direct frontal sunlight. The camera must therefore be protected 

against extended exposure to direct sunlight.

• Attaching the lens cap and keeping the camera in the shade or ideally 

in its camera case, will help prevent damage to the interior of the 

camera.

RECHARGEABLE BATTERY

• Improper use of the batteries or the use of unapproved battery types 

may result in an explosion!

• Do not expose the rechargeable battery to sunlight, heat, humidity or 

moisture for prolonged periods of time. Likewise, the batteries must 

not be placed in a microwave oven or a high-pressure container as this 

would pose a fire or explosion hazard.

• Do not under any circumstances charge or insert a damp or wet 

battery into the camera!

• A safety valve in the battery ensures that any excess pressure caused 

by improper handling is discharged safely. It is nevertheless important 

to dispose of a bloated battery immediately. It may pose an explosion 

hazard!

• Keep the battery contacts clean and easily accessible. Although 

lithium-ion batteries are secured against short circuits, they should still 

be protected against contact with metal objects like paper clips or 

jewelry. A short-circuited battery can get very hot and cause severe 

burns.

• When a battery is accidentally dropped, make sure to check the 

housing and the contacts immediately for any damage. A damaged 

battery can damage the camera.

• The battery must be removed from the camera or charger and must be 

replaced immediately in case of a strange smell, discoloration, 

deformation, overheating or leakage. Continued use of the battery may 

result in overheating, which can cause fire and/or explosion!

• Never throw batteries into a fire as they may explode.

• Keep the battery away from sources of heat in case of leakage or if you 

smell burning. Leaked fluid can catch fire!

• The use of other chargers not approved by Leica Camera AG can cause 

damage to the batteries – and in extreme cases – cause serious or 

life-threatening injuries.

• Make sure that the power socket is freely accessible at all times.

• Do not attempt to open the battery or the charger. Repairs must only 

be carried out by authorized service centers.

• Keep batteries out of the reach of children. Batteries can cause 

suffocation when swallowed.

FIRST AID

• Battery fluid may cause blindness if it comes into contact with the 

eyes. Rinse the eyes thoroughly with clean water immediately. Avoid 

rubbing. Seek medical attention immediately.

•  Leaked battery fluid poses an injury hazard when it comes in 

contact with clothing or skin. Rinse the affected areas thoroughly 

with clean water.

CHARGER

•  Using the charger in the vicinity of broadcasting receivers may interfere 

with reception. Ensure a distance of at least 1 m (3 ft) between the 

charger and the receiver.

•  When the charger is in use, it may emit a buzzing sound – this is normal 

and not a malfunction.

•  Disconnect the charger from the mains when it is not in use, as it 

consumes electricity (a very small amount), even if no battery is 

inserted.

•  Always keep the charger contacts clean, and never short circuit them.

• The in-car charging cable must only be operated in 12V in-car grids and 

must never be connected while the charger is connected to mains 

electricity.

MEMORY CARD

• Never remove the memory card during a datasave or card reading 

process. The camera must not be switched off or be subjected to 

impact or vibrations while working.

• Do not open the cover/remove the memory card or the battery while 

the status LED is lit, which indicates memory access. Data on the card 

may otherwise be destroyed and camera malfunctions may occur.

•  Do not drop or bend memory cards as this will cause damage and 

result in the loss of stored data.

•  Do not touch the connections on the reverse of the memory card and 

keep them clean and dry.

• Keep memory cards out of the reach of children. Swallowing a memory 

card may cause suffocation.

SENSOR

Cosmic radiation (e.g. during flights) may cause pixel defects.

CARRY STRAP

• Carry straps are usually made of very robust material. You should 

therefore keep it out of the reach of children. A carry strap is not a toy 

and poses a strangulation risk.

• Use the carry strap only for its intended purpose on a camera or on 

binoculars. Any other use poses the risk of injury and may possibly 

result in damage to the carry strap and is therefore not permitted.

• Carry straps should also not be used for cameras/binoculars during 

sports activities that pose a risk of entanglement (e.g. when mountain 

climbing and similar outdoor activities).

Please read the section about “Care/Maintenance” for more information 

about what to do in case of problems.