2Health and safety informationProtect batteries, chargers, and memory cards fromdamageAvoid exposing batteries or memory cards to very cold or verythot temperatures (below 0º C/32º F or above 40º C/104º F).Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity of yourbatteries and can cause memory cards to malfunction.Prevent batteries from making contact with metal objects, astthis can create a connection between the + and – terminalsof your battery and lead to temporary or permanent batterydamage.Prevent memory cards from making contact with liquids, dirt, ortforeign substances. If dirty, wipe the memory card clean with asoft cloth before inserting in your camera.Turn off the camera when inserting or removing the memorytcard.Do not bend, drop, or subject memory cards to heavy impacttor pressure.Do not use memory cards that have been formatted by othertcameras or by a computer. Reformat the memory card withyour camera.Never use a damaged charger, battery, or memory card.tDo not expose the camera to direct sunlight or highttemperatures for an extended period of time. Prolongedexposure to sunlight or extreme temperatures can causepermanent damage to your camera’s internal components.Avoid using or storing your camera in dusty, dirty, humid, ortpoorly-ventilated areas to prevent damage to moving parts andinternal components.Remove the batteries from your camera when storing it for antextended period of time. Installed batteries may leak or corrodeover time and cause serious damage to your camera.Protect your camera from sand and dirt when using it ontbeaches or in other similar areas.Protect your camera from impact, rough handling, andtexcessive vibration to avoid serious damage.Exercise caution when connecting cables or adapters andtinstalling batteries and memory cards. Forcing the connectors,improperly connecting cables, or improperly installing batteriesand memory cards can damage ports, connectors, andaccessories.Do not insert foreign objects into any of your camera’stcompartments, slots, or access points. Damage due toimproper use may not be covered by your warranty.