Pentax SLR specifications Inserting the Batteries

Inserting the Batteries

Insert batteries into the camera. Use two CR-V3 or four AA Ni-MH batteries, AA lithium batteries, or AA alkaline batteries.

• CR-V3, AA lithium batteries and AA alkaline batteries are not rechargeable.

•Do not open the battery cover or remove the batteries while the power is on.

•Remove the batteries when you will not use the camera for a long while. The battery may leak.

•If the date and time settings have been reset when you insert new batteries after a long while, follow the procedure for “Setting the Date and Time”. (p.35)

•Insert batteries correctly. Batteries inserted incorrectly may cause a camera breakdown.

•Replace all the batteries at the same time. Do not mix battery type, brands or an old battery with a new one.

1Push and hold the battery cover unlock lever as shown in the illustration ( 1 ), and slide

the battery cover toward the	1
lens ( 2 ), and then flip open.	2

2 Insert the batteries according to the +/– indicators in the battery chamber.

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