Nikon Coolpix S610 - Manual (Page 131)

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Caring for the Camera
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The Battery
• Check the battery level when taking the camera out, and charge the battery if necessary ( A 12,
16). Do not continue charging once the battery is fully charged, as this will result in reduced
battery performance. If possible, carry a fully-charged spare battery when taking pictures on
important occasions.
• Do not use the battery at ambient temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 40 °C (104 °F).
• Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) before
use.
- Charging the battery using the Battery Charger MH-65:
Charge capacity may be reduced at battery temperatures of 0 °C to 10 °C (32 °F to 50 °F) or 45 °C
to 60 °C (113 °F to 140 °F).
The battery will not charge if its temperature is below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 60 °C (140 °F).
- Charging the battery by connecting the AC Adapter EH-63 to the COOLPIX S610c:
Charging time may be increased at battery temperatures of 0 °C to 10 °C (32 °F to 50 °F).
Charge capacity may be reduced at battery temperatures of 45 °C to 60 °C (113 °F to 140 °F).
The battery will not charge if its temperature is below 0 °C (32 °F) or above 60 °C (140 °F).
• Note that the battery may become hot during use; wait for the battery to cool before charging.
Failure to observe these precautions could damage the battery, impair its performance or prevent
it from charging normally.
• On cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to decrease. Be sure that the battery is fully charged
before heading outside to take pictures in cold weather. Keep spare batteries in a warm place and
exchange as necessary. Once warmed, a cold battery may recover some of its charge.
• Dirt on the battery terminals can prevent the camera from functioning. Should the battery
terminals become dirty, wipe them off with a clean, dry cloth before use.
• When the battery is not in use, remove it from the camera or battery charger and replace the
terminal cover. The camera and battery charger draw minute amounts of current even when off; if
left in place, the battery could be drained to the point that it no longer functions. Turning the
camera on or off while the battery is exhausted can result in reduced battery life.
• Recharge it at least once every six months and run it flat before returning it to storage.
• If the battery will not be used for an extended period, store it in a cool (15 °C to 25 °C / 59 °F to
77 °F), dry place.
• Replace the battery when it no longer holds a charge. Used batteries are a valuable resource.
Please recycle used batteries in accordance with local regulations.