Olympus 750 - Manual (Page 68)

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WARNING
• Keep batteries dry at all times.
• To prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, or causing a fire or explosion, use only batteries
recommended for use with this product.
• Insert the battery carefully as described in the operating instructions.
• If rechargeable batteries have not been recharged within the specified time, stop charging them and do
not use them.
• Do not use a battery if it is cracked or broken.
• If a battery leaks, becomes discolored or deformed, or becomes abnormal in any other way during
operation, stop using the camera.
• If a battery leaks fluid onto your clothing or skin, remove the clothing and flush the affected area with
clean, running cold water immediately. If the fluid burns your skin, seek medical attention immediately.
• Never subject batteries to strong shocks or continuous vibration.
CAUTION
• Before loading, always inspect the battery carefully for leaks, discoloration, warping, or any other
abnormality.
• The battery may become hot during prolonged use. To avoid minor burns, do not remove it immediately
after using the camera.
• Always unload the battery from the camera before storing the camera for a long period.
• To protect the high-precision technology contained in this product, never leave the camera
in the places listed below, no matter if in use or storage:
• Places where temperatures and/or humidity are high or go through extreme changes.
Direct sunlight, beaches, locked cars, or near other heat sources (stove, radiator, etc.) or
humidifiers.
• In sandy or dusty environments.
• Near flammable items or explosives.
• In wet places, such as bathrooms or in the rain. When using products with weatherproof
designs, read their manuals as well.
• In places prone to strong vibrations.
• Never drop the camera or subject it to severe shocks or vibrations.
• When mounted on a tripod, adjust the position of the camera with the tripod head. Do not
twist the camera.
• Do not touch electric contacts on cameras.
• Do not leave the camera pointed directly at the sun. This may cause lens or shutter curtain
damage, color failure, ghosting on the CCD, or may possibly cause fires.
• Do not push or pull severely on the lens.
• Before storing the camera for a long period, remove the battery. Select a cool, dry location
for storage to prevent condensation or mold from forming inside the camera. After storage,
test the camera by turning it on and pressing the shutter release button to make sure that it
is operating normally.
• Always observe the operating environment restrictions described in the camera’s manual.
• This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Do not use any other type of
battery. For safe and proper use, read the battery’s instruction manual carefully before using
it.
• If the battery’s terminals get wet or greasy, camera contact failure may result. Wipe the
battery well with a dry cloth before use.
• Always charge a battery when using it for the first time, or if it has not been used for a long
period.
• When operating the camera with battery power at low temperatures, try to keep the camera
and spare battery as warm as possible. A battery that has run down at low temperatures may
be restored after it is warmed at room temperature.
• The number of pictures you can take may vary depending on the shooting conditions or
battery.
• Before going on a long trip, and especially before traveling abroad, purchase extra batteries.
A recommended battery may be difficult to obtain while traveling.
• Please recycle batteries to help save our planet’s resources. When you throw away dead
batteries, be sure to cover their terminals and always observe local laws and regulations.
Caution for Usage Environment
Battery Handling Precautions
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