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zAt low temperatures, batter y performance may be red uced and
the remaining battery charge icon (blinks red) may appear
earlier than usual.
Under these conditions, revive the battery by warming it in a pocket
immediately before use.
zHowever, ensure that there are no metallic items in the pocket
that could cause a shor t circuit, such as a key ring, etc.
The battery may be short circuiting.
zDo not allow any metal o bjects such
as key rings to touch th e ( ) and
( ) terminals (Fig. A). To carry the
battery or store it during periods of
disuse, always replace the terminal
cover (Fig. B).
These conditions can da mage the
battery.
You may be able to check the charge state depending upon how the
terminal cover is attached (Fig. C, D).
zYou are recommended to use it in th e camera until it is
depleted and to store it in an ind oor location with low relative
humidity and between the temperatures of 0 – 30°C (32 –
86°F ).
Storing a fully charged battery for long periods of time (about one
year) may shorten its li fe cycle or affect its performance. If you do
not use the battery for long periods of time, charge it fully and
discharge it in the camera about once a year before returning it to
storage.
Fig. A Fig. B
Fig. C
Charged Battery
Fig. D
Spent Battery
Attach it so the S
is visible.
Attach it the opposite way
to Fig. C.