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# Splash-proof Performance

## Splash-proof feature of the tablet

The tablet 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 in water or splash a lot of water on the tablet.
If used improperly, water may get inside the tablet and cause fire, electric shock or malfunction.
Please understand the following cautions before using your tablet.
*1 The splash-proof feature works with your tablet 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 is wet. Doing so may cause danger of electric shock.
Please note the following cautions when charging the tablet.

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

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

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

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

Make sure to use the tablet 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 in a well-ventilated shady place until it is completely dry before attempting to use.

### Do not use or leave the tablet in a humid place such as a bathroom or sauna.

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

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

If the tablet 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. Do not let foreign objects such as sand or mud get on the tablet.

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

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

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

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

The tablet is not heat-resistant. Use the tablet 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 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.

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