Canon POWERSHOT SX500 IS User Manual page 15

Safety Precautions
Unplug the battery charger from the power outlet after charging is
complete, or when you are not using it.
Do not place anything, such as cloth, on top of the battery charger
while it is charging.
Leaving the unit plugged in for a long period of time may cause it to
overheat and distort, resulting in fire.
Do not place the battery near pets.
Pets biting the battery could cause leakage, overheating or explosion,
resulting in fire or damage.
When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do
not come into contact with the screen.
Do not attach any hard objects to the camera.
Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.
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