Fantasea FP-5000 Manual - Care & Maintenance
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CARE & MAINTENANCE
The Fantasea FP-5000 housing requires only a minimal amount of care for reliable performance. The
following tips will enable you to get the best results.
1. Always rinse your housing with a strong stream of fresh water and if possible soak housing in
fresh water tub or rinse tank for about 20 minutes after every dive in order to dissolve the salt-
water crystals from around the controls and openings of the housing. Manipulate each of the
movable controls to assist the removal of salt particles from these tight areas.
2. Allow the housing to dry thoroughly before packing away for the day or for the trip home.
You may use a soft towel or cloth to dry the housing. Be sure there is no grease or other debris
on the towel.
3. Visually check the condition of the O-ring before every dive. If it is dirty, clean it with fresh
water and dry it with a soft cloth as described above. If it is damaged in any way, such as cut
or perforated, replace it immediately.
4. It is recommended to periodically lubricate the housing's O-ring, using a small amount of
silicon grease. It's important to note that the amount of lubrication required on the O-ring is
only enough to allow it to slip into place without friction, so it does not twist or become
dislodged. More grease is not better, and could in some cases have a negative affect if it is
applied in large amounts to form a build-up that could trap any debris or foreign matter.
5. Be careful not to get greasy fingerprints or dirt on the lens port. This will affect the image
quality. Wipe any dirt or grease off with fresh water and a soft cloth.
6. Do not drop the housing on hard surfaces. It is not a shock absorber, and could crack,
affecting its watertight integrity. It could also cause damage to the camera inside.
7. Travel with the housing protected in a padded case. It is best to remove the camera from
inside the housing when traveling and provide it with its own protective case, or compartment.
8. Never dive with the Fantasea FP-5000 housing to a depth greater than 200 ft/60 meters.
9. It is recommended that you select the shortest time option on the menu, for placing the camera
into standby during periods of inactivity. This will conserve battery power and reduce the heat
given off by the LCD screen, which can contribute to condensation inside the housing and
fogging.