Olympus SP-550UZ Instruction Manual

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82 ENAppendixCAUTION• Do not remove batteries immediately after using the camera. Batteries may become hot duringprolonged use.• Always unload the battery from the camera before storing the camera for a long period.• If NiMH batteries are not charged within the specified time, stop charging them and do not use them.• Do not use a battery if it is cracked or broken.• If a battery leaks, becomes discolored or deformed, or becomes abnormal in any other way duringoperation, stop using the camera.• If a battery leaks fluid onto your clothing or skin, remove the clothing and flush the affected area withclean, running cold water immediately. If the fluid burns your skin, seek medical attentionimmediately.• Never subject batteries to strong shocks or continuous vibration.• To protect the high-precision technology contained in this product, never leave the camera in theplaces listed below, no matter if in use or storage:• Places where temperatures and/or humidity are high or go through extreme changes. Directsunlight, 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 with weatherproofdesigns, 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 thecamera.• Do not touch electric contacts on cameras.• Do not leave the camera pointed directly at the sun. This may cause lens or shutter curtaindamage, 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 batteries. Select a cool, dry location forstorage to prevent condensation or mold from forming inside the camera. After storage, test thecamera by turning it on and pressing the shutter button to make sure that it is operating normally.• Always observe the operating environment restrictions described in the camera’s manual.Caution for Usage EnvironmentBatteries whose bodies are onlypartially or not at all covered byan insulating sheet.Batteries whose - terminalsare raised, but not covered byan insulating sheet.Batteries whose terminals areflat and not completely coveredby an insulating sheet. (Suchbatteries cannot be used even ifthe - terminals are partiallycovered.)• The following AA (R6) batteries cannot be used.