Nikon Coolpix 8800 Manual

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147Technical NotesStorageTurn the camera off when not in use and check that the power-on lamp isoff before putting the camera away. To prevent mold or mildew, store thecamera in a dry, well-ventilated area. If you will not be using the product forlong periods, run the battery flat and remove it from the camera to preventleakage. Store the camera in a plastic bag containing a desiccant, but do notstore the camera case (available separately) in a plastic bag, as this may causethe material to deteriorate. Note that desiccant gradually loses its capacity toabsorb moisture and should be replaced at regular intervals. Do not store thecamera with naptha or camphor moth balls or in locations that:• are poorly ventilated or damp• are next to equipment that produces strong electromagnetic fields, such astelevisions or radios• are exposed to temperatures below –10 °C (14 °F) or above 50 °C (122 °F; forexample near a space heater or in a closed vehicle on a sunny day)• are subject to humidities of over 60%To prevent mold or mildew, take the camera out of storage at least once amonth. Turn the camera on and release the shutter a few times before put-ting the camera away again.When the battery is not in use, replace the terminal cover and store the bat-tery in a cool, dry place. The battery should be recharged at least once a year;run the battery flat before returning it to storage.Batteries• Check the battery level when taking the camera out and charge the battery if neces-sary ( 9). Do not continue charging once the battery is fully charged, as this willresult in reduced battery performance. If possible, carry a fully-charged spare batterywhen taking pictures on important occasions.• For increased battery life, use the electronic viewfinder where possible.• On cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to decrease. Be sure that the batteryis fully charged before heading outside to take pictures in cold weather. Keep sparebatteries in a warm place and exchange as necessary. Once warmed, a cold batterymay recover some of its charge.• Dirt on the battery terminals can prevent the camera from functioning.• Used batteries are a valuable resource. Please recycle used batteries in accordancewith local regulations.Downloaded From camera-usermanual.com Nikon Manuals