Camera maintenance
Appendixes
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About the battery

Low battery message
When the battery has fully discharged, the battery icon will turn red and the "Low
Battery" message will appear. Replace with new AA alkaline batteries.
Notes about using the battery
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Avoid exposing batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures (below 0 °C/32 °F
or above 40 °C/104 °F). Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity of
your batteries.
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When you use the camera for an extended period, the area around the battery
chamber may become warm. This does not aect the normal use of the camera.
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In temperatures below 0 °C/32 °F, battery capacity and battery life may decrease.
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Battery capacity may decrease in low temperatures but will return to normal in
milder temperatures.
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Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for an extended period.
Installed batteries may leak or corrode over time and cause serious damage to
your camera.
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Primary cells cannot be recharged. If you try to recharge it, the batteries may leak.
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Battery capacity may vary by manufacturer.
Cautions about using the battery
Protect batteries and memory cards from damage
Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, as this can create a
connection between the + and – terminals of your battery and lead to temporary or
permanent battery damage and may cause a re or electric shock.
Handling and disposing of batteries with care
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Never dispose of batteries in a re. Follow all local regulations when you dispose
of used batteries.
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Never place batteries or cameras on or in heating devices, such as microwave
ovens, stoves, or radiators. Batteries may explode when they are overheated.