Nikon P6000 - Manual (Page 197)

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Caring for the Camera
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The Battery
• Check the battery level when taking the camera out, and charge the battery if necessary ( A18).
Do not continue charging once the battery is fully charged, as this will result in reduced battery
performance. If possible, carry a fully-charged spare battery when taking pictures on important
occasions.
• Do not charge the battery at ambient temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 45 °C (113 °F).
During charging, the temperature should be in the vicinity of 5 to 35 °C (41 to 95 °F). When
charging the battery by connecting the AC Adapter EH-66, it may take longer time to charge if the
battery temperature is at 0 to 10 °C (32 to 50 °F). Note that the battery may become hot during
use; wait for the battery to cool before charging. Failure to observe these precautions could
damage the battery, impair its performance or prevent it from charging normally.
• On cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to decrease. Be sure that the battery is fully charged
before heading outside to take pictures in cold weather. Keep spare batteries in a warm place and
exchange as necessary. Once warmed, a cold battery may recover some of its charge.
• Dirt on the battery terminals can prevent the camera from functioning.
• When the battery is not in use, remove it from the camera or battery charger and replace the
terminal cover. The camera and battery charger draw minute amounts of current even when off; if
left in place, the battery could be drained to the point that it no longer functions. Turning the
camera on or off while the battery is exhausted can result in reduced battery life. If the battery will
not be used for an extended period, store it in a cool (15 to 25 °C / 59 to 77 °F), dry place. Recharge
it at least once every six months and run it flat before returning it to storage.
• Replace the battery when it no longer holds a charge. Used batteries are a valuable resource.
Please recycle used batteries in accordance with local regulations.
Cleaning
Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.
Lens/
viewfinder
Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a
blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is
pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end). To remove fingerprints
or other stains that cannot be removed with a blower, wipe the lens with a
soft cloth, using a spiral motion that starts at the center of the lens and
working toward the edges. If this fails, clean the lens using a cloth lightly
dampened with commercial lens cleaner.
Monitor
Remove dust or lint with a blower. To remove fingerprints and other stains,
clean the LCD monitor with a soft, dry cloth, being careful not to apply pressure.
Body
Use a blower to remove dust, dirt or sand, then wipe gently with a soft, dry
cloth. After using the camera at the beach or seaside, wipe off any sand or salt
with a dry cloth lightly dampened with fresh water, then dry thoroughly. Note
that foreign matter inside the camera could cause damage not covered by
the warranty.