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Charging the Battery
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Cautions: Caring for the Battery
• The only types of batteries you can use are NP-45A.
• Use only the camera to charge NP-45A. Failure to observe this precaution could result in product malfunction.
• Do not affi
x stickers or other objects to the battery. Failure to observe this precaution could make it
impossible to remove the battery from the camera.
• Do not short the battery terminals. The battery could overheat.
• Do not remove the labels from the battery or attempt to split or peel the outer casing.
• The battery gradually loses its charge when not in use. Charge the battery one or two days before use.
• Read the supplied documentation for additional cautions concerning battery use.
Caution: Battery Life
A noticeable decrease in the length of time the battery will hold a charge indicates that it has reached the end
of its service life and should be replaced.
Cautions: Charging the Battery
• Remove dirt from the battery terminals with a clean, dry cloth. Failure to observe this precaution could
prevent the battery from charging.
• Charging times increase at low temperatures.
