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Appendix
Battery Handling
Battery Status Indications
The following icons or messages indicate the battery status on the LCD
monitor.
Battery Handling Precaution
z Keep the battery terminals clean at all times.
Dirty terminals may cause poor contact between the battery and camera.
Polish the terminals with a soft cotton swab before charging or using the
battery.
z Do not shake or place the battery charger upside down once the camera
battery is in it, as this may cause the battery to fall, damaging it.
z Although the battery pack's maximum operating range is 0 to 40 °C (32 to
104 °F), the optimal range is 10 to 30 °C (50 to 86 °F). At cold temperatures,
such as those experienced when skiing, performance will temporarily
decline, reducing the usable time before recharging. Under these conditions,
revive the battery by warming it in a pocket immediately before use.
However, ensure that there are no metallic items in the pocket that could
cause a short circuit, such as a key ring, etc.
Battery charge is low. Recharge it as soon as possible if it will be
used for an extended period.
Change the battery pack Battery charge is insufficient to operate the camera. Replace the
battery immediately.
Battery Performance (p. 139)
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This is a rechargeable lithium ion battery pack so there is no need to
completely use or discharge it before recharging. It can be recharged
at any time.
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It takes approximately 90 minutes to bring a fully discharged battery
pack to full charge (based on Canon's testing standard). Charging it
within a temperature range of 5 - 40 °C (41 - 104 °F) is recommended.
Charge times may vary according to the ambient temperature and the
battery's charge state.
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The use of the separately sold AC Adapter Kit ACK-DC20 is
recommended to power the camera during long usage sessions
(p. 128).
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