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# Splash-proof Performance

## Splash-proof feature of the tablet device

The tablet device has a splash-proof feature*1 equivalent to IPX4 (Protected against water splashing from any direction) of IEC 60529 (Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP code)) but is not completely waterproof. Do not use the tablet device in water or splash a lot of water on the tablet device.
If used improperly, water may get inside the tablet device and cause fire, electric shock or malfunction.
Please understand the following cautions before using your tablet device.
*1 The splash-proof feature works with your tablet device on a stand, such as Sony Tablet Stand (SGPDS4, sold separately, not available in some countries/regions) and with all covers closed completely.

### Applicable liquids

- Protected against pure water and tap water

- Not protected against liquids other than those specified above (soap water, water containing detergents or bath salt, shampoo, hot spring water, pool water, seawater, etc.)

Performance of the splash-proof feature is based on measurements performed by Sony under the conditions stated above.
Please note that malfunctions caused by water exposure due to misuse are not covered under warranty.

## Notes on charging

### The supplied AC adapter and USB cable for Multi Port (SGPUC2) are not equipped with a splash-proof feature.

Make sure not to splash water on the AC adapter.
Do not use the AC adapter with wet hands or when the tablet device is wet. Doing so may cause danger of electric shock.
Please note the following cautions when charging the tablet device.

- Make sure the place you use the AC adapter is not wet.

- Make sure the tablet device is not wet before charging. If the tablet device becomes damp with water droplets, wipe the droplets completely with a dry cloth, and then leave the tablet device at room temperature until it is dry before charging.

## Cautions when using the tablet device in the kitchen or other places with risk of splashing

### Do not use the tablet device while connected to the AC adapter.

Make sure to use the tablet device with power from the internal battery pack.
Handling the AC adapter with wet hands or when the tablet is wet may cause danger of electric shock.

### The splash-proof feature is only effective with all covers closed completely.

When closing covers, make sure small foreign objects (such as hair and sand) are not trapped in the covers. If water gets in the (headset) jack, wipe off the water and leave the tablet device in a well-ventilated shady place until it is completely dry before attempting to use.
Do not use or leave the tablet device in a humid place such as a bathroom or sauna.

### Do not use the tablet device with the headphones or headset connected.

### Do not use the tablet device in water or splash a lot of water on it.

If the tablet device becomes wet, wipe it dry with a soft dry cloth, etc.

### Do not let liquid such as soap water, shampoo, water containing detergents or bath salt, hot spring water, pool water or seawater get on or in your tablet device. Do not let foreign objects such as sand or mud get on the tablet device.

If something accidentally gets on the tablet device, wipe your tablet device with a soft dry cloth. Do not use detergents, chemicals or moist towelettes, etc. Do not dry the tablet device by blowing hot air using a hair dryer, putting the tablet device in the oven, etc.

### Do not use the tablet device where water may splash on the tablet device strongly.

The tablet device is not resistant to water pressure. Exposing the tablet device to high water pressure such as that from a tap or shower may cause malfunctions.

### Do not expose the tablet device to heat such as that from a hot shower, hair dryer, or a hot place such as near a stove.

The tablet device is not heat-resistant. Use the tablet device at temperature in the range of 5 °C to 35 °C .
Note

- The Multi Port cover is necessary to make the use of the splash-proof feature. Keep the Multi Port cover in a safe place.

- Use the tablet device with the Multi Port cover and SD memory card slot cover attached. Otherwise, you will not be able to make the use of the splash-proof feature of the tablet device.

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