5ENSafe and proper usageBatterriesf Danger:• Batteries should never be exposedto flame, heated, short-circuited ordisassembled.• Never store batteries where theywill be exposed to direct sunlight,or subjected to high temperaturesin a hot vehicle, near a heat source,etc.f Warning:• Do not solder lead wires orterminals directly onto a battery ormodify it.• Do not connect the = and -terminals together. This may causefire, overheating or electric shock.• When carrying or storing thebatteries, be sure to put it inthe provided case to protect itsterminals. Do not carry or store thebatteries with any metal objects(such as key rings).If this warning is not followed, fire,overheating or electric shock mayoccur.• Do not connect the batteriesdirectly to a power outlet or acigarette lighter of an automobile.• 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 other non-rechargeable batteries.• Never use any batteries with a tornor 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 the chargingis still incomplete after thespecified 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 rechargeable batteriesthat have not been used for awhile, be sure to recharge thembefore use.• Rechargeable batteries have limitedlifetime. When the operatingtime becomes shorter even if therechargeable battery is fully chargedunder the specified condition,replace it with a new one.