Do not handle the plug or battery charger with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.

Observe proper precautions when handling batteries

Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the fol- lowing precautions when handling a battery for use in this product:

Before replacing the battery, turn the product off and make sure the Power-on Lamp has gone out. If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.

Before replacing the battery, turn the product off. If you are using an AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.

Use only rechargeable Nikon EN- EL5 lithium-ion batteries (supplied) or CP1 lithium batteries (available separately).

When inserting the battery, do not attempt to insert it upside down or backwards.

Do not short or disassemble batter- ies.

Do not expose batteries to flame or to excessive heat.

Do not immerse in or expose to water.

Replace the terminal cover when transporting the battery. Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hair- pins.

Batteries are prone to leakage when fully discharged. To avoid damage to the product, be sure to remove the battery when no charge remains.

Immediately after use, or when the product is used on battery power for an extended period, the battery may become hot. Before removing the battery, turn the camera off and allow the battery to cool.

Discontinue use immediately should you notice any change in the battery, such as discoloration or deformation.

Use appropriate cables, batter- ies, battery chargers, and AC adapters

Use only the cables, batteries, battery chargers, and AC adapters provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to maintain compliance with product reg- ulations.

Removing memory cards

Memory cards may become hot dur- ing use. Observe due caution when removing memory cards from the camera.

Handle moving parts with care

Be careful that your fingers or other objects are not pinched by the lens or other moving parts.

CD-ROMs

The CD-ROMs on which the software and manuals are distributed should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment.

Observe caution when operat- ing the flash

Using the flash close to your subject’s eyes could cause temporary visual impairment. Particular care should be observed if photographing infants, when the flash should be no less than one meter (39”) from the subject.

Do not fire the unit while the flash head is touching a person or object

Such use can result in the person being burned, and/or their clothes igniting from the heat of the flash’s firing.

Avoid contact with liquid crystal

Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury due to broken glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or entering the eyes or mouth.

Keep dry

Do not immerse in or exposure to water. Continuing to use the product under such circumstances may cause fire or an electric shock.

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