Nikon CoolPix S3 User Manual

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iiiObserve proper precautions when han-dling batteriesBatteries may leak or explode if improp-erly handled. Observe the followingprecautions when handling batteries foruse in this product:• Before replacing the battery, turn theproduct off. If you are using an ACadapter, be sure it is unplugged.• Use only rechargeable Nikon EN-EL8lithium-ion batteries (supplied). Chargethe battery either by inserting it in thecamera and connecting the supplied ACadapter, or by inserting it in a MH-62battery charger (available separately).• When inserting the battery, do not at-tempt to insert it upside down or back-wards.• Do not short or disassemble batteries.• Do not expose batteries to flame or toexcessive heat.• Do not immerse in or expose to water.• Replace the terminal cover when trans-porting the battery. Do not transport orstore with metal objects such as neck-laces or hairpins.• Batteries are prone to leakage whenfully discharged. To avoid damage tothe product, be sure to remove the bat-tery when no charge remains.• Discontinue use immediately should younotice any change in the battery, such asdiscoloration or deformation.Use appropriate cablesWhen connecting cables to the inputand output jacks, use only the cablesprovided or sold by Nikon for the pur-pose, to maintain compliance withproduct regulations.Handle moving parts with careBe careful that your fingers or other ob-jects are not pinched by the lens coveror other moving parts.CD-ROMsThe CD-ROMs supplied with this deviceshould not be played back on audio CDequipment. Playing CD-ROMs on anaudio CD player could cause hearingloss or damage the equipment.Observe caution when operating theflashUsing the flash close to your subject’seyes could cause temporary visualimpairment. Particular care shouldbe observed if photographing infants,when the flash should be no less thanone meter (39 in.) from the subject.Do not fire the flash while it is touchinga person or objectSuch use can result in the person beingburned, and/or their clothes ignitingfrom the heat of the flash.Avoid contact with liquid crystalShould the monitor break, care shouldbe taken to avoid injury due to brokenglass and to prevent liquid crystal fromthe monitor touching the skin or enter-ing the eyes or mouth.