FujiFilm FINEPIX S1500 Basic Manual page 5

Battery capacity varies with make
and storage conditions. Some com-
merCia Ily-ava ilable batteri es may
have less capacity than the batteries
provided wit the camera.
Cautions: Handling Batteries
• Do not use batteries that are leaking,
deformed, or discolored. Warning if
the batteries leak, clean the battery
compartment thorouqhly before in-
serting new batteries. If fiuio from
the battery comes into contact with
skin or clothing, fiush the affected
area with water. Iffluidentersyoureyes,
immediately flush the affected area with
waterandseekmedicalattention. Do not
rub youreyes. Failure to observe this pre-
caution could result in loss ofeyesight
· Do not transport or store with metal
objects such as necklaces or hairpins.
• Do not disassemble or modify the
batteries or battery casing.
• Do not expose to strong physical
socks.
· Do not expose to water, name, or heat,
or store in warm or humid conditions.
• Keep out of reach of infants and
small children.
• Insert in the correct orientation
• Do not ix old and new bat eries,
batteries with different charge lev-
els, or batteries of different types.
• If the camera will not be used for
an extended period, remove the
batteries. Note that the camera
clock will be reset.
• The batteries may be warm to the
touch immediately after use. Turn
the camera off and allow the bat-
teries to cool before handling
• Battery capacity tends to decrease
at low temperatures Keep spare
batteries in a pocket or other warm
place and exchange as necessary
Cold bJtteries may recover some
of their charge when wal'med
• Fingerprints and other foreign
matter on the battery terminals
can reduce battery performance
Thoroughly clean the terminals
vvith a soft, ury cloth oefore insert-
ing t e batteries in the camera.
Ni-MH Batteries
The capacity of Ni-MH batteries may
be temporarily reduced when new,
after long periods of disuse, or if they
are repeatedly recharged before be-
ing fully discharged. This is normal
and does not indicate a malfunction.
Capacity can be increased by repeat-
edly discharging the batteries using
the
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DISCHARGE option in the
camera setup menu and recharging
herr us g a battery charger (sold
separately). Do not use this option
with alkaline batteries.
The camera draws a small amount of
current even when off. Ni-MH batter-
ies that have been leftn tl e camera
for an extended period may be drawn
down to the point that they no longer
hold a charge. Battery performance
may also drop if the batteries are run
down in a device such as a fiashlight
Use the
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DISCHARGE option in the
camera setup menu to discharge Ni-
MH batteries. Batteries that no lon-
ger hold a charge even after repeat-
edly being dischar-ged and recharged
have reached the end of their service
life and must be replaced.
Ni-MH batteries can be recharged in
a battery charger (sold seoarately).
Batteries may become \lVarm to the
touch after charging. Refer to the in-
structions provided with the charger
for more information. Use the char-
ger with compatible batteries only.
Ni-iviH batteries gradually lose their
charge when no in lise
Disposal
Dispose of used batteries in accord
with local regulations.
AC Adapters (Available Separately)
Use only FUJI FILM AC adapters desig-
nated for use with this camera. Other
adapters could damage the camera.
• The AC adapter is for indoor use only.
• Be sure the DC plug is securely
connected to the camera.
• Turn the camera off before discon-
necting the ada pter. Disconnect the
adapter by the plug, not the cable.
· Do not use with other devices.
• Do not disassemble.
• Do not expose to high heat and
humidity.
• Do not subject to strong physical
shocks.
• The AC adapter may hum or be-
come hot to the touch during use.
This is normal.
• If the AC adapter causes radio in-
terference, reorient or relocate rhe
receiving antenna.
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Using the Camera
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To ensure that images are recorded
correctly, do not subject the camera
to impact or physicol shocks while
images are being recorded.
Electrical Interference
This camera may interfere with hospital
or aviation equipment. Consult with
hospital or airline staff before using the
camerCl in a hmrital or on an aircraft
Liquid Crystal
In the event that the monitor or elec-
tronic viewfinder is damaged, care
should be taken to avoid contact
with liquid crystal. Take the urgent
action indicated should any of the
following situations arise
· If liquid crystal comes in contact with
yourskin, clean the area with a cloth
and then wash thoroughly with
soap and running water.
· If liquid crystal enters your eyes, fiush
the affected eye with clean water
for at least 15 minutes and then
seek medical assistance.
· If liquid crystal is swallowed, rinse
your mouth thoroughly with water.
Drink large quantities of water and
induce vomiting, then seek medi-
cal assistance
Take Test Shots
Before taking photographs on impor-
tant occasions (such as at weddings
or before taking the camera on a trip),
take a test shot and view the result to
ensure that the camera is fu ction-
ing normally. FUJIFILM Corporation
can not accept liability for damages
or lost profits incurred as a result of
product malfunction.
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