Canon PowerShot SX10 IS User Manual page 45

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• Do not pJace the batteries near a heat source or expose it to
direct flame or heat.
• The batteries shouJd not be immersed in water or sea water.
• Do not attempt to disassembJe, alter or appJy heat to the
batteries.
• Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts
that couJd damage the casing.
• Use only recommended batteries and accessories.
Failure to follow these precautions may cause explosions or leaks,
resulting in fire, injury and damage to the surroundings. In the event
that a battery leaks and the eyes, mouth, skin or clothing contact these
substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical
assistance.
Never &se damaged batteries or batteries whose outer sea[ is
compJeteJy or partially missing or peeJed off, as there is risk
that such batteries may Jeak, overheat, or burst. AJways check
the seals on store-bought batteries before Joading them, as
some batteries may come with defective seaJs. Do not use
batteries with defective sealso
Never use batteries that look like this.
Batteries with all or part of the seal (electrical insulation
sheath) peeled off.
The positive electrode (plus terminal) is flat.
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The negative terminal is correctly formed (protruding from
the metal base), but the seal does not extend up over the
edge of the metal base.