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Disposing of batteries
Dispose of used batteries in accordance with your local waste disposal regulations.
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Notes on Using Small Rechargeable Batteries (Ni-MH/Ni-Cd)
• Charge AA-size Ni-MH and Ni-Cd batteries correctly using the Battery Charger (220V
AC only, sold separately).
• Do not use batteries other than those specified in the Battery Charger (220V AC only,
sold separately).
• Note that batteries may feel warm immediately after charging. This is normal.
• Ni-MH and Ni-Cd batteries are not charged when they are shipped. Always charge new
batteries before using them.
• Due to the mechanical characteristics of the camera, a very small amount of current
flows even when the camera is switched off. Take particular care with Ni-MH and Ni-Cd
batteries as they will become excessively discharged and may no longer function even
when charged if you leave them in the camera for a long period.
• Ni-MH and Ni-Cd batteries self-discharge when not used. Always recharge the batteries
before using them. If the time for which a battery can be used decreases markedly even
when if are correctly charged, this indicates that the battery has reached the end of its
effective life. Purchase a new battery.
• Soiling such as fingermarks or grease on the poles of Ni-MH batteries can significantly
reduce the number of shots that can be taken using the batteries. If this occurs, wipe
the poles carefully with a soft dry cloth and recharge the
batteries once they have fully
discharged.
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Recycling Small Rechargeable Batteries
This symbol is the recycling symbol used for small rechargeable batteries (such as Ni-
MH and Ni-Cd batteries). Small rechargeable batteries use scarce and valuable
resources that only exist in small quantities and these metals can be recycled.
Recycling resources in this way helps to reduce waste and protect the environment.
Dispose of your used small rechargeable batteries by sticking insulating tape over the
metal terminals on the batteries and taking them to your local recycling facility for small
rechargeable batteries.
If any battery fluid at all leaks from the batteries, wipe the battery
compartment thoroughly and then load new batteries.
If battery fluid comes into contact with your hands or clothing, wash the
area thoroughly with running water. If the fluid gets into your eye, it could
cause blindness. Flush the affected eye with clean water and then seek
medical assistance.
Use only the AC-5VH AC Power Adapter with your FinePix S1 Pro Digital
Camera. The use of an AC adapter other than the AC-5VH may result in
damage to your camera.
• Take care to ensure that the contact points on the AC power adapter do
not touch other metal objects as this can cause a short-circuit.
• Do not plug the AC power adapter into the camera when it is running on
batteries. Switch the camera off and then plug in the AC power adapter.
• Do not load batteries into the camera or replace the batteries when the camera is running on
the AC power adapter. Switch the camera off first.
Notes on Using the AC Power Adapter (AC-5VH) (sold separately)
Power Supply Notes - continued
