Metz MECABLITZ 52 AF-1 digital Canon - Manual (Page 147)

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3.2 Power supply
Suitable batteries/rechargeable batteries
The flash unit can be operated with any of
the following batteries:
• 4 nickel-metal-hydride batteries 1.2V, type
IEC HR6 (size AA). They have a significantly
higher capacity than NiCad batteries and
are less harmful to the environment, since
they have no cadmium.
• 4 alkaline-manganese dry cell batteries
1.5V, type IEC LR6 (size AA). Maintenance-
free power source for moderate power
requirements.
• 4 lithium batteries 1.5V, type IEC FR6 (size
AA). Maintenance-free high-capacity power
source with a low self-discharge rate.
Please only use the power sources given
above. If other power sources are used, there
is a risk of damaging the flash unit.
If your flash unit is not going to be used for
an extended period of time, remove the bat-
teries.
Replacing batteries
The disposable/rechargeable batteries are
empty or used up if the recycling time (time
from the triggering of a full-power flash, e.g.
in the M mode, to the moment the flash-rea-
dy indicator lights up again) exceeds 60
seconds. In addition "LOW" appears in the
touch display.
• Switch off the flash unit. To do this, press
the ባ button until all displays turn off.
• Remove the flash unit from the camera and
slide down the battery compartment cover
ቫ .
• Insert the batteries and slide the battery
compartment cover ቫ back up.
When inserting batteries, ensure that the
polarity is correct and matches the symbols
in the battery compartment. Inserting the
batteries in the wrong direction can destroy
the flash unit!
Always replace all batteries simultaneously,
and make sure that batteries are the same
brand and have the same capacity. Flat or
dead batteries should not be disposed of
with ordinary household waste. Help protect
the environment, and dispose of flat/dead
batteries at the appropriate collection
points.
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