Installing The Batteries - Nikon SB-800 Instruction Manual

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Installing the batteries

v Usable batteries
Install four AA-type penlight batteries (1.5V or lower) of any of these types:
(1) Alkaline-manganese (1.5V) (2) Lithium (1.5V) (3) Nickel (1.5V)
(4) NiCd (rechargeable, 1.2V) (5) Ni-MH (Nickel Metal Hydride) (rechargeable, 1.2V)
• When replacing batteries, replace all four (or five when using the Quick Recycling
Battery Pack SD-800) with fresh ones of the same brand.
• High-power manganese batteries are not recommended for use with the SB-800.
• Always carry extra batteries when traveling.
• For details on batteries, refer to "Notes on batteries" on page 115.
CAUTION!
• Do not use batteries not specified in this instruction manual, as this may
cause them to explode, leak corrosive liquids, or catch on fire.
• Do not mix battery brands or types, or use old with new batteries.
Otherwise the batteries may explode, leak corrosive liquids, or catch on fire.
• Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries in a battery charger.
Otherwise the batteries may leak corrosive liquids or generate heat.
t Obtaining faster recycling times using 5 batteries
Use the provided Quick Recycling Battery Pack SD-800 to install five batteries
to shorten the recycling time. See page 64 for more details.
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Slide open the battery chamber lid in the
direction of the arrow.
Install the batteries following the i and
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j marks as shown. Align the battery
chamber lid attachment indexes, then
close the battery chamber lid by sliding it
into place while pressing down.