230Appendix

Battery Handling PrecautionszKeep the battery terminals clean at all times.

Dirty terminals may cause poor contact between the battery and camera. Polish the terminals with a soft cotton swab before charging or using the battery.

zAt low temperatures, battery performance may be reduced and the low battery icon () 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 short circuit, such as a key ring, etc. The battery may short circuit.

zDo not allow any metal objects such as key rings to touch the

( ) 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 damage the battery. You may be able to check the charge state depending upon how the terminal cover is attached (Fig. C, D).

Fig. A

Fig. B

Fig. C

Fig. D

 

 

Fully Charged

Used Battery

 

 

Battery

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Insert the battery pack so

Attach in the

opposite

the blue area is visible.

way of Fig. C.

zYou are recommended to use it in the camera until it is completely discharged and to store it in an indoor 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 life cycle or affect its performance. If you do not use the battery for long periods of time, charge it fully and discharge it fully in the camera about once a year before returning it to storage.