10• Use of power sources not expressly recommended for thisequipment may lead to overheating, distortion of theequipment, fire, electrical shock or other hazards. Use onlythe recommended power accessories.• Do not place the batteries near a heat source or exposethem to direct flame or heat. Neither should you immersethem in water. Such exposure may damage the batteries andlead to the leakage of corrosive liquids, fire, electrical shock,explosion or serious injury.• Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to thebatteries. There is serious risk of injury due to an explosion.Immediately flush with water any area of the body, including theeyes and mouth, or clothing, that comes into contact with theinner contents of a battery. If the eyes or mouth contact thesesubstances, immediately flush with water and seek medicalassistance.• Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impactsthat could damage the casings. It could lead to leakage andinjury.• Do not short-circuit the battery terminals with metallicobjects, such as key holders. It could lead to overheating,burns and other injuries.• Before you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tapeor other insulators to prevent direct contact with otherobjects. Contact with the metallic components of othermaterials in waste containers may lead to fire or explosions.Discard the batteries in specialized waste facilities if availablein your area.• Use of batteries not expressly recommended for thisequipment may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire,injury and damage to the surroundings. Use onlyrecommended batteries and accessories.• If using AA-size NiMH batteries, use only Canon AA-sizeNiMH batteries and charger recommended for use withthese batteries. Use of another charger may cause batteriesto overheat or deform, posing risk of fire or electric shock.
