Miscellaneous68 EN• To protect the high-precision technology contained in this product, never leave thecamera in the places listed below, no matter if in use or storage:• Places where temperatures and/or humidity are high or go through extremechanges. Direct sunlight, beaches, locked cars, or near other heat sources (stove,radiator, etc.) or humidifiers.• In sandy or dusty environments.• Near flammable items or explosives.• In wet places, such as bathrooms or in the rain. When using products withweatherproof designs, read their manuals as well.• In places prone to strong vibrations.• Never drop the camera or subject it to severe shocks or vibrations.• When mounted on a tripod, adjust the position of the camera with the tripod head.Do not twist the camera.• Do not touch electric contacts on cameras.• Do not leave the camera pointed directly at the sun. This may cause lens or shuttercurtain damage, color failure, ghosting on the CCD, or may possibly cause fires.• Do not push or pull severely on the lens.• Before storing the camera for a long period, remove the battery. Select a cool, drylocation for storage to prevent condensation or mold from forming inside the camera.After storage, test the camera by turning it on and pressing the shutter release buttonto make sure that it is operating normally.• Always observe the operating environment restrictions described in the camera’smanual.• This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Do not use any othertype of battery. For safe and proper use, read the battery’s instruction manualcarefully before using it.• If the battery’s terminals get wet or greasy, camera contact failure may result. Wipethe battery well with a dry cloth before use.• Always charge a battery when using it for the first time, or if it has not been used fora long period.• When operating the camera with battery power at low temperatures, try to keep thecamera and spare battery as warm as possible. A battery that has run down at lowtemperatures may be restored after it is warmed at room temperature.• The number of pictures you can take may vary depending on the shooting conditionsor battery.• Before going on a long trip, and especially before traveling abroad, purchase extrabatteries. A recommended battery may be difficult to obtain while traveling.• Please recycle batteries to help save our planet’s resources. When you throw awaydead batteries, be sure to cover their terminals and always observe local laws andregulations.Caution for Usage EnvironmentBattery Handling Precautions