DThe Battery and Charger

Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages xviii–xx and 403–406 of this manual. To prevent short-circuits, replace the terminal cover when the battery is not in use.

Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 40°C (104°F). Charge indoors at ambient temperatures in the

s vicinity of 5–35°C (41–95°F); for best results, charge the battery at temperatures above 20°C (68°F). Battery capacity may temporarily drop if the battery is charged at low temperatures or used at a temperature below the temperature at which it was charged. If the battery is charged at a temperature below 5°C (41°F), the battery life indicator in the [Battery info] display may show a temporary decrease.

The battery may be hot immediately after use. Wait for the battery to cool before recharging.

Use the charger with compatible batteries only. Unplug when not in use.

ACompatible Batteries

The camera can also be used with EN-EL4 rechargeable Li-ion batteries.

ARemoving the Battery

Before removing the battery, turn the camera off and lift the battery-chamber cover latch, turn it to the open (A) position. To prevent short-circuits, replace the terminal cover when the battery is not in use.

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