Panasonic DMC-FT5/DMC-TS5 Charging the Battery, Use the dedicated charger and battery

Preparation

Charging the Battery

∫About batteries that you can use with this unit

It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used, we would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.

•Use the dedicated charger and battery.

Charging

•The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the battery before use.

•Charge the battery with the charger indoors.

•Charge the battery in areas with an ambient temperature between 10 oC and 30 oC (50 oF and 86 oF) (same as the battery temperature) is recommended.

1 Connect the AC cable.

2 Attach the battery paying attention to the direction of the battery.

• The [CHARGE] indicator A lights up and charging begins.

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