Konica Minolta Q-mini K-QM-3501E Operating Instructions Manual page 47

• After using the Ni-Cd batteries in the Digital Still
Camera, the batteries may be warm. This is not
a malfunction.
• Remove the batteries if the Digital Still Camera
will not be used for a long period of time.
• Do not soil the terminal sections.
• Store the batteries in a location with a
temperature between 15℃-25℃. Do not store
the batteries in places that are extremely cold,
hot and humid, or places with large amounts of
soot.
• If storing the batteries for an extended period of
time, once a year it is recommended that you
first charge the batteries, and then use up the
charged power with the Digital Still Camera
before storing the batteries again .