Canon Speedlite EL-5 Advanced User's Manual page 11

Observe the following instructions when using a battery charger.
• Periodically remove any dust buildup from the power plug and power outlet using a
dry cloth.
• Do not plug in or unplug the product with wet hands.
• Do not use the product if the power plug is not fully inserted into the power outlet.
• Do not expose the power plug and terminals to dirt or let them come into contact
with metallic pins or other metal objects.
• Do not touch the battery charger or AC adapter connected to a power outlet during
lightning storms.
• Do not place heavy objects on the power cord. Do not damage, break or modify the
power cord.
• Do not wrap the product in cloth or other materials when in use or shortly after use
when the product is still warm in temperature.
• Do not leave the product connected to a power source for long periods of time.
• Do not charge batteries/battery packs at temperatures outside the range of 5 - 40 °C
(41 - 104 °F).
This may cause electric shock, explosion or fire.
Do not allow the product to maintain contact with the same area of skin for extended
periods of time during use.
This may result in low-temperature contact burns, including skin redness and blistering,
even if the product does not feel hot.
Follow any indications to turn off the product in places where its use is forbidden.
Not doing so may cause other equipment to malfunction due to the effect of electromagnetic
waves and even result in accidents.
Do not leave batteries near pets.
Pets biting a battery could cause leakage, overheating, or explosion, resulting in product
damage or fire.
CAUTION
Do not fire the flash near the eyes.
It may hurt the eyes.
Flash emits high temperatures when fired. Keep fingers, any other part of your body,
and objects away from the flash unit while taking pictures.
This may cause burns or malfunction of the flash.
Do not leave the product in places exposed to extremely high or low temperatures.
The product may become extremely hot/cold and cause burns or injury when touched.
Do not touch any parts inside the product.
This may cause injury.
Follow the cautions below. Otherwise physical
injury or property damage may result.
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