Safe and proper usage

Batterries

fDanger:

Batteries should never be exposed to flame, heated, short-circuited or disassembled.

Never store batteries where they will be exposed to direct sunlight, or subjected to high temperatures in a hot vehicle, near a heat source, etc.

fWarning:

Do not solder lead wires or terminals directly onto a battery or modify it.

Do not connect the =and - terminals together. This may cause fire, overheating or electric shock.

When carrying or storing the batteries, be sure to put it in the provided case to protect its terminals. Do not carry or store the batteries with any metal objects (such as key rings).

If this warning is not followed, fire, overheating or electric shock may occur.

Do not connect the batteries directly to a power outlet or a cigarette lighter of an automobile.

Do not insert the batteries with their =and -terminals reversed.

If any liquid from a battery gets into your eyes, promptly wash it off with clean water and consult your doctor at once.

Do not attempt to recharge alkaline, lithium or any other non- rechargeable batteries.

Never use any batteries with a torn or cracked outer cover.

Keep batteries out of the reach of children.

If you notice anything unusual when using this product such as abnormal noise, heat, smoke, or a burning odor:

1remove the batteries immediately while being careful not to burn yourself, and;

2call your dealer or local Olympus representative for service.

Do not expose the batteries to water. Do not allow water to contact the terminals.

Do not remove or damage the batteries insulating sheet.

Do not use the batteries if you find something wrong with them such as leakage, color change or deformity.

Unplug the charger if the charging is still incomplete after the specified time it should take.

Should any batteries liquid get on skin or clothing, promptly wash it off with clean water.

Keep batteries away from fire.

fCaution:

Do not subject batteries to strong shocks.

When using rechargeable batteries that have not been used for a while, be sure to recharge them before use.

Rechargeable batteries have limited lifetime. When the operating

time becomes shorter even if the rechargeable battery is fully charged under the specified condition, replace it with a new one.

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