Canon A20 - Manual (Page 108)

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Problem Cause Solution
Use only AA-size alkaline batteries (the
same type that came with the camera) or
Canon AA-size NiMH (nickel metal
hydride) batteries.
Battery performance deteriorates at low
temperatures. If shooting in a cold area,
keep the batteries warm (by placing them
inner pocket, etc.) until ready to use them.
If batteries are rechargeable: Performance
should return to normal after several
charging cycles.
Discard all 4 batteries and replace with
new ones.
Put batteries back into the charger in the
correct direction.
The batteries are
consumed quickly.
If using rechargeable
batteries:
Batteries do not
charge.
Batteries are not the right type.
The batteries are cold.
The batteries have not been
used for over a year.
If rechargeable batteries: The
batteries life has been exceeded.
Batteries were placed in the
charger in the wrong direction.