PRO 847  Camcorder  
(160-0865)                 Care and Maintenance       Faxback Doc. # 34701

Proper Care and Storage

  Keep dust and grit from entering the camcorder's cassette door.  Dust and
  grit are abrasive and will cause excessive wear to both the camcorder's
  recording/playback heads and cassettes.

  Always replace the lens cap when the camcorder is not in use.

  Before handling your camcorder, make sure your hands and face are free
  from any chemical products such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the
  finish.

Things to Avoid

  Do not attempt to disassemble your camcorder.  There are no user
  serviceable parts inside.

  Avoid operating your camcorder immediately after moving it from a cold
  location to a warm location. Give the camcorder 1 1/2 to 2 hours to reach
  a stable temperature before inserting a cassette.  When the camcorder is
  moved from cold to warm, condensation may cause the tape to stick to the
  headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape.

  Do not aim your camcorder at the sun or other bright objects.

  Do not leave your camcorder in direct sunlight for extended periods of
  time. The resulting heat buildup could permanently damage the camcorder's
  internal parts.

  Do not operate the camcorder in extremely humid environments.

  Do not operate the camcorder near the ocean as salt water or salt water
  spray may damage the internal parts of the camcorder.

  Do not operate the camcorder for extended periods in temperatures below
  40 degrees F (4C) or above 95 degrees F (35C).

  Do not expose the camcorder or adapter to rain or moisture.  If either
  component becomes wet, turn off the power and take the unit to an
  Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter.

  Do not use an adapter, adapter/charger, or batteries other than the ones
  specified for the camcorder.  Use of the wrong accessories may cause
  damage to the camcorder.


(LB/EB 09/19/96)

Privacy Policy