Storage:Toprevent mold or mildew, store the camera in adry, well-ventilated area. If you are
using an ACadapter, unplug the adapter to prevent fire. If the product will not be used for an
extended period, remove the battery toprevent leakage and storethe camera ina plastic bag
containing a desiccant. Do not, however, store the camera case in a plastic bag, as this may
cause the material to deteriorate. Note that desiccant gradually loses its capacity to absorb
moisture and should be replaced at regular intervals.
To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once amonth. Turn the
camera on and release the shutter a few times before putting it away.
Store the battery in a cool, dry place. Replace the terminal cover before putting the battery
away.
Notesonthemonitor:The monitor may contain a few pixels that are always lit or that do not light.
This iscommon to all TFT LCD monitors and does not indicate amalfunction. Images recorded
with the product are unaffected.
Images in the monitor may be difficult to see in a bright light.
Do not apply pressure to the monitor, as this could cause damage or malfunction. Dust or lint
on the monitor can be removed with a blower. Stains can be removed by wiping lightly with a
soft cloth or chamois leather. Should the monitor break, care should be taken to avoid injury
from broken glass and to prevent liquid crystal from the monitor touching the skin or entering
the eyes and mouth.
Replace the monitor cover when transporting the camera or leaving it unattended.
Batteries:Batteries may leak orexplode if improperly handled. Observe the following
precautions when handling batteries:
•Use only batteries approved for usein this equipment.
• Do not expose the battery to flame or excessive heat.
• Keep the battery terminals clean.
• Turn the product off before replacing the battery.
• Remove the battery from the camera or charger when not in use and replace the terminal
cover. These devices draw minute amounts of charge even when offand could draw the
battery down to the point that it will no longer function. If the battery will not be used for
some time, insert it in the camera and run itflat before removing it and storing it in alocation
with an ambient temperature of 15to 25 °C(59 to 77 °F; avoid hot or extremely cold
locations). Repeat this process at least once every six months.
• The internal temperature of the battery may rise while the battery is inuse. Attempting to
charge the battery while the internal temperature is elevated will impair battery
performance, and the battery may not charge or charge only partially. Wait for the battery
to cool before charging.
• Continuing to charge the battery after it isfully charged can impair battery performance.
• A marked drop inthe time a fully charged battery retains its charge when used atroom
temperature indicates that it requires replacement. Purchase a new EN-EL15 battery.
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