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Precautions
Battery handling precautions
Follow these important guidelines to prevent batteries from leaking,
overheating, burning, exploding, or causing electrical shocks or burns.
DANGER
This camera uses a lithium ion battery specified by Olympus. Charge batteries with the
specified charger. Do not use any other chargers.
Never heat or incinerate batteries.
Take precautions when carrying or storing batteries to prevent them from coming into
contact with any metal objects such as jewelry, pins, fasteners, etc.
Never store batteries where they will be exposed to direct sunlight, or subjected to high
temperatures in a hot vehicle, near a heat source, etc.
To prevent causing battery leaks or damaging their terminals, carefully follow all
instructions regarding the use of batteries. Never attempt to disassemble a battery or
modify it in any way, by soldering, etc.
If battery fluid gets into your eyes, flush your eyes immediately with clear, cold running
water and seek medical attention immediately.
Always store batteries out of the reach of small children. If a child accidentally swallows a
battery, seek medical attention immediately.
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WARNING
Keep batteries dry at all times. Never allow them to come into contact with fresh or salt
water.
To prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, or causing a fire or explosion, use only
batteries recommended for use with this product.
Insert the battery carefully as described in the operating instructions. Never load the
battery with its +/– terminals reversed. Never force the battery into the battery
compartment.
If the rechargeable battery has not been recharged within the specified time, stop
charging it and do not use it.
Do not use a battery if it is cracked or broken.
If a battery leaks, becomes discolored or deformed, or becomes abnormal in any other
way during operation, stop using the camera and consult your dealer or an authorized
Olympus service center. Continued use may result in fire or electric shock.
If a battery leaks fluid onto your clothing or skin, remove the clothing and flush the
affected area with clean, running cold water immediately. If the fluid burns your skin, seek
medical attention immediately.
Never attempt to modify the battery compartment on the camera, never insert anything
(other than the recommended battery) into the battery compartment.
Never subject batteries to strong shocks or continuous vibration.
CAUTION
Before loading, always inspect the battery carefully for leaks, discoloration, warping, or
any other abnormality.
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