Appendix, Camera care, Storage – Olympus µ-550WP User Manual

Page 46: Battery and charger

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Appendix

Battery and charger

This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion

battery (LI-42B/LI-40B). No other type of

batteries can be used.

CAUTION

There is a risk of explosion if the battery is

replaced with the incorrect battery type.

Dispose of the used battery following the

instructions (p. 54).

Power consumption by the camera varies

depending on which functions are used.

During the conditions described below, power

is consumed continuously and the battery

becomes exhausted quickly.

The zoom is used repeatedly.

The shutter button is pressed halfway

repeatedly in shooting mode, activating the

auto focus.

A picture is displayed on the monitor for an

extended period of time.

The camera is connected to a computer or

printer.

Using an exhausted battery may cause the

camera to turn off without displaying the

battery level warning.

The rechargeable battery is not fully charged

at the time of purchase. Charge the battery

fully with the LI-41C/LI-40C charger before

use.

The provided rechargeable battery usually

takes approximately 2 hours to charge (varies

with usage).

The supplied LI-41C battery charger is used

only for LI-42B/LI-40B battery. Do not charge

other type of battery with the supplied battery

charger. It might cause explosion, leaking,

overheating or fire.

For plug-in type battery charger:

This power unit is intended to be correctly

orientated in a vertical or floor mount position.


Camera care

Exterior

Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is

very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water

and wring well. Wipe the camera with the

damp cloth and then dry it with a dry cloth. If

you have used the camera at the beach, use a

cloth soaked in clean water and wrung well.

If any dirt, dust, sand, or other foreign material

adheres to the periphery of the lens cover

after use, or the lens cover does not move

smoothly, wash the camera using the method

described on P. 50.

Monitor

Wipe gently with a soft cloth.

Lens

Blow dust off the lens with a commercial

blower, then wipe gently with a lens cleaner.

Battery/Charger

Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.

Do not use strong solvents such as benzene

or alcohol, or chemically treated cloth.

Mold may form on the lens surface if the

lens is left dirty.

Storage

When storing the camera for extended

periods, remove the battery, AC adapter and

card, and keep in a cool, dry place that is well

ventilated.

Periodically insert the battery and test the

camera functions.

Avoid leaving the camera in places where

chemical products are handled since this

may result in corrosion.

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