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CAUTION
1 Olympus NiMH batteries are intended for use only with Olympus digital cameras.
Never use these batteries with any other device.
2 Never subject batteries to strong shocks or continuous vibration.
3 Never mix batteries (old and new batteries, charged and uncharged batteries,
batteries of different manufacture or capacity, etc.).
4 Always charge sets of batteries (2 or 4) together.
5 Always charge NiMH batteries before using them for the first time, or if they have
not been used for a long period.
6 While the camera is not in use, always remove the batteries to prevent accidental
leakage which could damage the battery compartment.
7 If a battery leaks, becomes discolored or deformed, or in any other way becomes
abnormal 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.
8 Never store batteries where they will be exposed to direct sunlight, or subjected to
high temperatures in a hot vehicle, near a heat source, etc.
9 Batteries may become hot during prolonged use. To avoid minor burns, never
remove them immediately after using the camera.
Handling the Camera
WARNING
1 Use caution when taking flash pictures at close range. When you fire the flash, you
must be at least 3 ft. away from the faces of your subjects, especially when taking
pictures of infants and small children. Firing the flash too close to the subject’s eyes
could cause a momentary loss of vision.
2 To avoid damaging your eyes, never aim the camera directly into the sun or any
other extremely bright light source.
3 To avoid causing a fire or explosion, never use the camera near flammable or
explosive gases.
4 Always use and store the camera out of the reach of young children and infants to
prevent the following dangerous situations which could cause serious injury:
• Becoming entangled in the camera strap, causing strangulation.
• Accidentally swallowing a battery or small part.
• Accidentally firing the flash into their own eyes or into the eyes of another child.
5 To avoid the hazards of fire or electrical shock, store the camera in a cool, dry
location where it will not be subjected to high humidity or dust.