GETTING READY
Failure to observe any of the following precautionsShould you ever notice leakage, strange odor, heat
while using the battery creates the risk of over-heating,generation, discoloration, deformation, or any other
fire, and explosion.abnormal condition while using, charging, or storing a
? Never use any other type of charger except thebattery, immediately remove it from the camera or
optional charger unit specified for the battery.optional charger unit and keep it away from open flame.
? Never try to use the battery to power any otherIf the battery does not achieve full charge after the
device other than this camera.normal charging time has passed, stop charging.
? Never use or leave the battery near open flame.Continued charging creates the risk of overheating, fire,
? Never place the battery in a microwave oven, throwand explosion.
it into fire, or otherwise expose it to intense heat.Battery fluid can damage your eyes. Should battery
? Make sure the battery is oriented correctly when youfluid get into your eyes accidentally, immediately rinse
load it into the camera or attach it to the optionalthem with clean tap water and then consult a physician.
charger unit.Be sure to read page 26 of this User?s Guide and the
? Never carry or store the battery together with itemsinstructions that come with the optional charger unit
that can conduct electricity (necklaces, pencil lead,before using or charging the battery.
etc.)If the battery is to be used by young children, make
? Never try to take the battery apart, modify it in anysure that a responsible adult makes them aware of the
way, or expose it to strong impact.precautions and proper handling instructions and make
? Do not immerse the battery in fresh water or saltsure that they handle the battery correctly.
water.Should fluid from the battery accidentally get onto
? Do not use or leave the battery under directclothing or your skin, immediately rinse it off with clean
sunlight, in an automobile parked in the sun, or intap water. Prolonged contact with battery fluid can
any other area subject to high temperatures.cause skin irritation.
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