Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2K Operating Instructions Manual page 24

Preparation
• About the [CHARGE] indicator
The [CHARGE]
indicator turns on:
The [CHARGE]
indicator turns off:
The [CHARGE] indicator @ is turned on and charging will start.
The [CHARGE] indicator @ of the charger will turn off once the
charging has completed without any problem.
• When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes
-The battery temperature is too high or too low. It is recommended to charge the battery again
in an ambient temperature of between 10 _C to 30 °C (50 ;F to 86 '_F).
-The terminals of the charger or the battery are dirty. In this case, wipe them with a dry cloth.
• Charging time
Approx. 140 min ]
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• The indicated charging time is for when the battery has been discharged completely.
The charging time may vary depending on how the battery has been used. The charging
time for the battery in hot/cold environments or a battery that has not been used for a
long time may be longer than normal.
• Do not leave any metal items (such as clips) near the contact areas of the power plug.
Otherwise, a fire and/or electric shocks may be caused by short-circuiting or the
resulting heat generated.
• The battery can be recharged even when it still has some charge left, but it is not
recommended that the battery charge be frequently topped up while the battery is fully
charged. (Since characteristic swelling may occur.)
• Check that this unit is turned off.
_ Slide the release lever in the direction of
the arrow and open the battery door.
• Always use genuine Panasonic batteries
(DMW-BLC12PP).
• If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee
the quality of this product.
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Being careful about the battery
orientation, insert all the way until you
hear a locking sound and then check that
it is locked by lever (_. Pull the lever (_ in
the direction of the arrow to remove the
battery.
_ Close the and slide the
battery door,
release lever.
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