Olympus EM10 - Manual (Page 149)

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SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
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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 a lithium ion battery
specifi ed by Olympus. Do not use any other
type of battery. For safe and proper use, read
the battery's instruction manual carefully
before using it.
• 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.
• The number of pictures you can take may
vary depending on the shooting conditions
or battery.
• 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 the camera will not be used for an
extended period, store it in a cool place.
• 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.
Precautions for Charger
DANGER
• Do not allow the charger to get wet, and
do not touch the charger when you are
wet, or when you have wet hands.
Doing so may damage the charger or result
in an electric shock.
• Do not use the charger when it is covered
by a cloth etc.
The resulting build-up of heat may cause
the case to deform, result in overheating, or
start a fi re.
• Do not attempt to disassemble or modify
the charger.
Doing so may cause electric shock or other
injury.
• Be sure to use the charger at the specifi ed
voltage.
Using the charger with a power source not
of the specifi ed voltage may start a fi re,
damage property, generate heat or smoke,
or result in electric shock or burns.
• Should you notice that the charger is
emitting smoke, heat, or an unusual noise
or smell, immediately cease use and
unplug the charger from the power outlet,
and then contact an authorized distributor
or service center.
WARNING
• Always hold the plug when removing the
plug from the power outlet.
Not holding the plug could result in fi re or
electric shock.
CAUTION
• When cleaning the charger, always unplug
the charger from the power outlet.
Cleaning the charger without unplugging
it could result in an electric shock or other
injury.
Precautions when using the
wireless LAN function
WARNING
• Turn off the camera in hospitals and other
locations where medical equipment is
present.
The radio waves from the camera may
adversely affect medical equipment,
causing a malfunction that results in an
accident.
• Turn off the camera when onboard
aircraft.
Using wireless devices onboard may hinder
safe operation of the aircraft.
Caution for Usage Environment
• 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.