Nikon 27697, 27706, 27698, 27699, 27696 First Steps, Inserting the Battery, If the Camera Is Wet

First Steps

Inserting the Battery

The camera uses a rechargeable Nikon EN-EL8 lithium-ion battery (supplied).

1 Open the memory card slot/battery-chamber cover Slide the cover in the direction shown (￿) until it opens (￿).

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2 Insert the battery

Insert the battery as shown in the label at the en- trance to the battery chamber. The orange battery latch is pushed aside as the battery is inserted.

Inserting the Battery

Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could damage the camera. Check to be sure the battery is in the correct orientation.

The orange battery latch will pop up when the battery is fully inserted, locking the battery in place.

First Steps

Battery latch

3 Close the memory card slot/battery-chamber cover

Close the cover (￿) and slide it in the direction shown until it latches (￿).

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If the Camera Is Wet

Dry the camera with a cloth to prevent water from getting inside.

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