Canon A80 User Manual
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Problem
Cause
Solution
Use only unused AA-
size alkaline batteries
or Canon AA-size
NiMH batteries. (For
information about
alkaline batteries, see
Proper Battery
Handling (p. 21))
Battery performance
deteriorates at low
temperatures. If
shooting in a cold area,
keep the batteries
warm (by placing them
in an inner pocket, etc.)
until ready to use them.
Wipe them well with a
dry cloth before use.
If batteries are
rechargeable:
Performance should
return to normal after
several charging cycles.
Replace all 4 batteries
with new ones.
Put batteries back into
the charger in the
correct direction.
Batteries are not the
right type.
The batteries are cold.
Battery terminals are
dirty.
The batteries have not
been used for over a
year.
If rechargeable
batteries: The batteries
have lost their
effectiveness.
Batteries were placed
in the charger in the
wrong direction.
Battery pack
consumed
quickly
If using
rechargeable
batteries:
Batteries do
not charge.