ii Introduction

For Your Safety

Introduction

To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.

The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol:

This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon product to prevent possible injury.

WARNINGS

Turn off in the event of malfunction

Should you notice smoke or an unusual smell coming from the camera or AC adapter, unplug the AC adapter and remove the batteries immediately, taking care to avoid burns. Continued operation could result in injury. After removing or disconnecting the power source, take the equipment to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection.

Do not disassemble

Touching the product’s internal parts could result in injury. Repairs should be performed only by qualified technicians. Should the camera break open as the result of a fall or other accident, take the product to a Nikon-authorized service representative for inspection after unplugging the product and/or removing the batteries.

Do not use the camera or AC adapter in the presence of flammable gas

Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire.

Handle the camera strap with care

Never place the strap around the neck of an infant or child.

Keep out of reach of children

Particular care should be taken to prevent infants from putting the batteries or other small parts into their mouths.

Observe caution when handling batteries

Batteries may leak or explode if improperly handled. Observe the following precautions when handling batteries for use in this product:

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

•Use only the batteries approved for use in this product (c 10). Do not combine old and new batteries or batteries of different makes or types.

•If Nikon rechargeable EN-MH1 NiMH batteries are purchased separately, charge and use each of them as a set. Do not combine batteries from differ- ent pairs.

•Insert batteries in the correct orienta- tion.

•Do not short or disassemble batteries or attempt to remove or break battery insulation or casing.

•Do not expose batteries to flame or to excessive heat.

•Do not immerse in or expose to water.

•Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.

•Batteries are prone to leakage when fully discharged. To avoid damage to