Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH24 Owner's Manual page 10

Preparation
• About the [CHARGE] indicator
The [CHARGE] indicator turns on:
The [CHARGE] indicator _) is turned on during charging.
The [CHARGE] indicator turns off:
The [CHARGE] indicator _) 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
• 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 becomes warm after using as well as during and after charging. The camera also
becomes warm during use. This is not a malfunction.
• The battery can be recharged even when it still has some power 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.)
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