FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE

NP-400 LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES

This camera operates on a powerful lithium-ion battery. Misuse or abuse of the lithium-ion battery can cause damage or injury through fire, electric shock, or chemical leakage. Read and understand all warnings before using the battery.

DANGER

•Do not short, disassemble, damage, or modify the battery.

•Do not expose the battery to fire or high temperatures over 60°C (140°F).

•Do not expose the battery to water, or moisture. Water can corrode or damage the internal battery safety devices and cause the battery to overheat, ignite, rupture, or leak.

•Do not drop or subject the battery to strong impacts. Impacts can damage the internal battery safety devices and cause the battery to overheat, ignite, rupture, or leak.

•Do not store the battery near or in metallic products.

•Do not use the battery with any other products.

•Only use the specified charger. An inappropriate charger may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.

•Do not use a leaking battery. If fluid from the battery enters your eye, immediately rinse the eye with plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor. If fluid from the battery makes contact with your skin or clothing, wash the area thoroughly with water.

•Only use or charge the battery in an environment with ambient temperatures between 0° and 40°C (32° and 104°F). Only store the battery in an environment with ambient temperatures between –20° and 30°C (–4° and 86°F) and a humidity of 45% to 85% RH.

WARNING

•Tape over the lithium-ion battery contacts to avoid short-circuiting during disposal; always follow local regulations for battery disposal.

•If charging is not completed after the specified period elapses, unplug the charger and discontinue charging immediately.

GENERAL PRODUCT WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

Read and understand the following warnings and cautions for safe use of the digital camera and its accessories.

WARNING

•Only use the battery specified in this manual.

•Only use the specified charger or AC adapter within the voltage range indicated on the unit. An inappropriate adapter or current may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.

•Only use the charger power cord in the sales region for which it was designed. An inappropriate current may cause damage or injury through fire or electric shock.

•Do not disassemble the camera or charger. Electric shock may cause injury if a high voltage circuit inside the product is touched.

•Immediately remove the battery or unplug the AC adapter and discontinue use if the camera is dropped or subjected to an impact in which the interior, especially the flash unit, is exposed. The flash has a high voltage circuit which may cause an electric shock resulting in injury. The continued use of a damaged product or part may cause injuries or fire.

•Keep the battery, memory card, or small parts that could be swallowed away from infants. Contact a doctor immediately if an object is swallowed.

•Store this product out of reach of children. Be careful when around children not to harm them with the product or parts.

•Do not fire the flash directly into the eyes. It may damage eyesight.

•Do not fire the flash at vehicle operators. It may cause a distraction or temporary blindness which may lead to an accident.

•Do not use the monitor while operating a vehicle or walking. It may result in injury or an accident.

•Do not look at the sun or strong light sources through the viewfinder or lens. It may damage your eyesight or cause blindness.

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For proper and safe use

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