Sony Xperia M5 - Using Your Device in Wet and Dusty Conditions

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Using Your Device in Wet and Dusty Conditions

Your device is waterproof and protected against dust, so don’t worry if you get caught in

the rain or want to wash off dirt under a faucet, but remember: all ports and attached

covers should be firmly closed. You should not: put the device completely underwater; or

expose it to seawater, salt water, chlorinated water, or liquids such as drinks. Abuse and

improper use of device will invalidate the warranty. The device has Ingress Protection

rating IP65/68. For more info, see

www.sonymobile.com/waterproof

.

Your warranty does not cover damage or defects caused by abuse or use of your device

against Sony Mobile’s instructions. For more information about the warranty, refer to the

Important Information, which can be accessed via

support.sonymobile.com

or via

Settings > About phone > Legal information.
Your device has a capless USB port. The USB port must be completely dry before a

cable can be connected for charging or data transfer, for example. If your device gets

exposed to water, wipe it dry with a microfiber cloth and shake the device at least 15

times with the USB port facing downward. Repeat the procedure if moisture is still visible

in the USB port. Only insert the USB cable into the USB port after the port has

completely dried.

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To dry the USB port

1

Using a microfiber cloth, wipe away any excess moisture from your device.

2

With the device held firmly and the USB port facing downward, shake the device

vigorously at least 15 times.

3

If moisture is still visible in the USB port, shake the device again several times.

4

Use a microfiber cloth to wipe away any remaining moisture from the USB port.