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Charging the Battery
First Steps
Caution: Caring for the Battery
• Do not affix stickers or other objects to the battery. Failure to observe this precaution could make it impossible
to remove the battery from the camera.
• Do not short the battery terminals. The battery could overheat.
• Only use batteries designed for use with this product. Failure to observe this precaution could result in
product malfunction.
• Do not remove the labels from the battery or attempt to split or peel the outer casing.
• The battery gradually loses its charge when not in use. Charge the battery one or two days before use.
• Read the supplied documentation for additional cautions concerning battery use.
Caution: Battery Life
• A noticeable decrease in the length of time the battery will hold a charge indicates that it has reached the end
of its service life and should be replaced.
Caution: Using the Battery Charger
• Unplug the charger when it is not in use.
• Remove dirt from the battery terminals with a clean, dry cloth. Failure to observe this precaution could prevent
the battery from charging.
• Charging times increase at low temperatures.