5Safe and proper usage• When carrying or storing thebatteries, be sure to put it inthe provided case to protect itsterminals. Do not carry or storethe batteries with any metalobjects (such as key rings).If this warning is not followed,fire, overheating or electric shockmay occur.• Do not connect the batteriesdirectly to a power outletor a cigarette lighter of anautomobile.• Do not insert the batteries withtheir = and - terminals reversed.• If any liquid from a battery getsinto your eyes, promptly wash itoff with clean water and consultyour doctor at once.• Do not attempt to rechargealkaline, lithium or any othernon-rechargeable batteries.• Never use any batteries with atorn or cracked outer cover.• Keep batteries out of the reach ofchildren.• If you notice anything unusualwhen using this product such asabnormal noise, heat, smoke, or aburning odor:1 remove the batteries immediatelywhile being careful not to burnyourself, and;2 call your dealer or local Olympusrepresentative for service.• Do not expose the batteries towater. Do not allow water tocontact the terminals.• Do not remove or damage thebatteries insulating sheet.• Do not use the batteries if youfind something wrong with themsuch as leakage, color change ordeformity.• Unplug the charger if thecharging is still incomplete afterthe specified time it should take.• Should any batteries liquid get onskin or clothing, promptly wash itoff with clean water.• Keep batteries away from fire.f Caution:• Do not subject batteries to strongshocks.• When using rechargeablebatteries that have not been usedfor a while, be sure to rechargethem before use.• Rechargeable batteries havelimited lifetime. When theoperating time becomes shortereven if the rechargeable batteryis fully charged under thespecified condition, replace itwith a new one.