[. . . ] Designed for use only with the Nikon COOLPIX2500 Digital Camera, it surrounds the LCD monitor to block out light, offering a clear view of the monitor even in bright daylight. [. . . ] The hood may accidentally separate from the camera body, allowing the camera to fall and suffer possible damage. â· Do not walk around holding the camera with the hood attached. â· Do not store the hood in areas exposed to extreme temperatures, for example, near a space heater or in a closed vehicle on a hot day, or it may become discolored or deformed. â· Do not store the hood folded for long periods of time, or it may become deformed. [. . . ] Insert your finger under the bottom of the frame and gently pull downwards until the ridge is removed from the tripod socket, then remove the frame from the camera (Figure 3). [. . . ]