Canon A50 manual Firmly close and lock the CF card slot, CF card slot cover was accessed

Problem	Cause(s)	Solution(s)
Camera will not shoot	CF card slot cover is open	• Firmly close and lock the CF card slot
	(Display Panel flashes “CF”)	cover.
	CF card full (O is displayed in the	• Replace the CF card.
	Display Panel and a continuous	• Load the CF card data onto a computer
	beep sounds when the shutter	and erase all or some of the card’s images
	button is pressed)	to create space.
	CF card not formatted correctly	• Format the CF card.
	(Display Panel flashes “CF”)	• The logic circuits of the CF card may be
		faulty or damaged. Please consult the
		nearest Canon Customer Support Help
		Desk.
Lens will not retract	CF card slot cover was accessed	• Close the CF card slot cover and reset
	immediately after Mode Dial was	the Mode Dial to the L (Lock) position.
	turned to the L (Lock) position
	Battery cover lock was opened	• Lock the battery cover and reset the
	immediately after Mode Dial was	Mode Dial to the L (Lock) position.
	turned to the L (Lock) position
Battery fails prematurely	Low ambient temperature has	• Restrict use of the battery to places with
	diminished battery output	ambient temperatures over 32°F (0°C).
		When taking shots in relatively cold
		conditions, keep the camera warm next
		to your body or in a pocket. (p.21)

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