Panasonic Lumix DMC-F1 Operating Instructions Manual page 85

Do not use benzine, thinner or
alcohol for cleaning the digital
camera.
• The camera body may be deformed and
the surface finish may peel off.
• Before cleaning the camera, detach the
battery or pull out the AC adaptor from the
electrical outlet.
• Wipe the digital camera with a soft, dry
cloth. To remove stubborn stains, wipe
with a cloth that is soaked in a detergent
diluted with water and afterward finish
wiping with a dry cloth.
• For storing or transporting the digital
camera, place it in a bag or case lined with
soft pads to prevent the coating on the
camera body from being worn.
After use, be sure to take the card
out, and detach the battery or pull
out the AC adaptor from the
electrical outlet.
• If the battery is left on the digital camera
for a long time, the voltage drops
excessively, and the battery will not
function even after it is recharged.
ª Optimal Use of the Battery
The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion
battery. Its ability to generate power is
based upon the chemical reaction that
takes place inside it. This reaction is
susceptible to the surrounding
temperature and humidity, and, if the
temperature is too high or too low, the
operating time of the battery will be
shorter.
A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the
product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for
R B R C
information on how to recycle this battery.
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Be sure to detach the battery after
use.
Be sure to detach the battery from the
digital camera. (If it is left attached to
the digital camera, a minute amount of
current is consumed even when the
digital camera power is off) If the battery
is left attached to the digital camera for
a long time, discharge takes place. The
battery may become unusable even
after it is charged.
Dispose of an unusable battery.
• The battery has a limited life.
• Do not throw the battery into fire because it
may cause an explosion.
• Batteries that are no longer usable
should be discarded in accordance
with battery recycling laws.
For information you can call the RBRC
hotline at 1-800-822-8837.
Always keep the terminals of the
battery clean.
Prevent the terminals from getting
clogged with dirt, dust, or other
substances.
If you drop the battery accidentally,
check to see if the battery body and
terminals are deformed. Attaching a
deformed battery to the digital camera
may damage the camera.
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