Olympus XZ-10 - Manual (Page 82)

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SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
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• Be careful with the strap.
• Be careful with the strap when you carry the camera. It
could easily catch on stray objects and cause serious
damage.
• To protect the high-precision technology contained in this
product, never leave the camera in the places listed below,
no matter if in use or storage:
• Places where temperatures and/or humidity are high or go
through extreme changes. Direct sunlight, beaches, locked
cars, or near other heat sources (stove, radiator, etc.) or
humidifi ers.
• In sandy or dusty environments.
• Near fl ammable items or explosives.
• In wet places, such as bathrooms or in the rain. When
using products with weatherproof designs, read their
manuals as well.
• In places prone to strong vibrations.
• Never drop the camera or subject it to severe shocks or
vibrations.
• When attaching the camera to or removing it from a tripod,
rotate the tripod screw, not the camera.
• Before transporting the camera, remove a tripod and all
other non-OLYMPUS accessories.
• Do not touch electric contacts on cameras.
• Do not leave the camera pointed directly at the sun. This
may cause lens or shutter curtain damage, color failure,
ghosting on the image pickup device, or may possibly
cause fi res.
• Do not push or pull severely on the lens.
• Before storing the camera for a long period, remove the
batteries. Select a cool, dry location for storage to prevent
condensation or mold from forming inside the camera. After
storage, test the camera by turning it on and pressing the
shutter button to make sure that it is operating normally.
• The camera may malfunction if it is used in a location where
it is subject to a magnetic/electromagnetic fi eld, radio waves,
or high voltage, such as near a TV set, microwave, video
game, loud speakers, large monitor unit, TV/radio tower, or
transmission towers. In such cases, turn the camera off and
remove the battery, then reinsert it and turn the camera on
again before further operation.
• Always observe the operating environment restrictions
described in the camera’s manual.
Battery Handling Precautions Battery Handling Precautions
Follow these important guidelines
to prevent batteries from leaking,
overheating, burning, exploding, or
causing electrical shocks or burns.
DANGER
• The camera uses a lithium ion battery specifi ed by Olympus.
Charge the battery with the specifi ed USB-AC adapter or
charger. Do not use any other USB-AC dapters or chargers.
• Never heat or incinerate batteries.
• Take precautions when carrying or storing batteries to
prevent them from coming into contact with any metal
objects such as jewelry, pins, fasteners, etc.
• Never store batteries where they will be exposed to direct
sunlight, or subjected to high temperatures in a hot vehicle,
near a heat source, etc.
• To prevent causing battery leaks or damaging their
terminals, carefully follow all instructions regarding the use of
batteries. Never attempt to disassemble a battery or modify
it in any way, solder, etc.
• If battery fl uid gets into your eyes, fl ush your eyes
immediately with clear, cold running water and seek medical
attention immediately.
• Always store batteries out of the reach of small children. If a
child accidentally swallows a battery, seek medical attention
immediately.
• If you cannot remove the battery from the camera, contact
an authorized distributor or service center. Do not try to
remove the battery by force.
Damage to the battery exterior (scratches, etc.) may produce
heat or an explosion.
WARNING
• Keep batteries dry at all times.
• To prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, or causing
a fi re or explosion, use only batteries recommended for use
with this product.
• Insert the battery carefully as described in the operating
instructions.
• If rechargeable batteries have not been recharged within the
specifi ed time, stop charging them and do not use them.
• Do not use a battery if it is cracked or broken.
• If a battery leaks, becomes discolored or deformed, or
becomes abnormal in any other way during operation, stop
using the camera.
• If a battery leaks fl uid onto your clothing or skin, remove the
clothing and fl ush the affected area with clean, running cold
water immediately. If the fl uid burns your skin, seek medical
attention immediately.
• Never subject batteries to strong shocks or continuous
vibration.
CAUTION
• Before loading, always inspect the battery carefully for leaks,
discoloration, warping, or any other abnormality.
• The battery may become hot during prolonged use. To avoid
minor burns, do not remove it immediately after using the
camera.
• Always unload the battery from the camera before storing
the camera for a long period.
• This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion battery. Use the
specifi ed genuine battery.
There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with a
non-specifi ed.
• Power consumption by the camera varies depending on
which functions are used.
• During the conditions described below, power is consumed
continuously and the battery becomes exhausted quickly.
• The zoom is used repeatedly.
• The shutter button is pressed halfway repeatedly in
shooting mode, activating the auto focus.
• A picture is displayed on the monitor for an extended
period of time.
• The camera is connected to a printer.
• Using an exhausted battery may cause the camera to turn
off without displaying the battery level warning.
• The Olympus lithium ion battery is designed to be used only
for the Olympus digital camera. Do not use the battery to
other devices.
• If the battery’s terminals get wet or greasy, camera contact
failure may result. Wipe the battery well with a dry cloth
before use.
• Always charge a battery when using it for the fi rst time, or if
it has not been used for a long period.
• When operating the camera with battery power at low
temperatures, try to keep the camera and spare battery
as warm as possible. A battery that has run down at low
temperatures may be restored after it is warmed at room
temperature.
• Before going on a long trip, and especially before traveling
abroad, purchase extra batteries. A recommended battery
may be diffi cult to obtain while traveling.
• When storing the battery for a long period, select a cool
location for storage.
• Please recycle batteries to help save our planet’s resources.
When you throw away dead batteries, be sure to cover their
terminals and always observe local laws and regulations.