Appendixes 87Camera maintenance• Transfer important data to other media, such as a hard disk, CD,or DVD.• When you use the camera for an extended period, the memorycard may become warm. This is normal and does not indicate amalfunction.The manufacturer is not responsible for any loss of data.About the batteryLow battery messageWhen the batteries discharge completely, the battery icon turns redand a message ‘Low Battery’ appears. Replace with new AA alkalinebatteries.Notes about using the battery• Avoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or very hottemperatures (below 0º C/32º F or above 40º C/104º F). Extremetemperatures can reduce the battery life and can cause memorycards to malfunction.• When you use the camera for an extended period, the area aroundthe battery chamber may become warm. This does not affect thenormal use of the camera.• In temperatures below 0 ºC, battery capacity and battery life maydecrease.• Battery capacity may decrease in low temperatures but will return tonormal in milder temperatures.• Primary cells cannot be recharged. If you try to recharge it, thebatteries may leak.• Battery capacity may vary by manufacturer.
