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• If NiMH batteries (included in some areas) are not charged within the specified
time, stop charging them and do not use them.
• Do not use a battery if it is cracked or broken.
• If a battery leaks, becomes discolored or deformed, or becomes abnormal in
any other way during operation, stop using the camera and consult your dealer
or an authorized Olympus service center. Continued use may result in fire or
electric shock.
• If a battery leaks fluid onto your clothing or skin, remove the clothing and flush
the affected area with clean, running cold water immediately. If the fluid burns
your skin, seek medical attention immediately.
• Never attempt to modify the battery compartment on the camera, never insert
anything (other than the recommended battery) into the battery compartment.
• Never subject batteries to strong shocks or continuous vibration.
CAUTION
• Before loading, always inspect the battery carefully for leaks, discoloration,
warping, or any other abnormality.
• The batteries may become hot during prolonged use. To avoid minor burns, do
not remove it immediately after using the camera.
• The following AA (R6) batteries cannot be used.
Batteries whose
bodies are only
partially or not at all
covered by an
insulating sheet.
Batteries whose
terminals are flat and
not completely covered
by an insulating sheet.
(Such batteries cannot
be used even if the
-
terminals are partially
covered.)
Batteries whose -
terminals are raised,
but not covered by an
insulating sheet.
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