When the compass is not in use, it should be stowed ___.

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When the compass is not in use, it should be stowed ___.

Protecting the compass from direct sun is essential because heat from sunlight can raise the temperature inside the compass, affecting the liquid and the needle’s movement. This can cause the dial to become less accurate, create bubbles, or loosen seals and markings over time. Storing it out of direct sunlight eliminates that heat source and helps maintain reliability. Keeping it in shade still reduces sun exposure but doesn’t remove heat buildup entirely, so the guideline favors complete protection from sunlight. A metal box can introduce magnetic interference or affect the needle, and keeping the compass in a pocket exposes it to body heat, moisture, and jostling, increasing the risk of damage or loss.

Protecting the compass from direct sun is essential because heat from sunlight can raise the temperature inside the compass, affecting the liquid and the needle’s movement. This can cause the dial to become less accurate, create bubbles, or loosen seals and markings over time. Storing it out of direct sunlight eliminates that heat source and helps maintain reliability. Keeping it in shade still reduces sun exposure but doesn’t remove heat buildup entirely, so the guideline favors complete protection from sunlight. A metal box can introduce magnetic interference or affect the needle, and keeping the compass in a pocket exposes it to body heat, moisture, and jostling, increasing the risk of damage or loss.

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