Olympus Camedia C-2020Zoom Basic Manual page 28

Storage environment
• To avoid damage or mis-operation of the camera, only store it where the
temperature is –20 ~ 60°C and the humidity 10 ~ 90%.
• Do not store in humid places, as condensation may form and cause
damage.
• To prevent injuries or accidents, keep the camera out of the reach of
children.
Usage environment
• Do not use where there may be a large concentration of flammable or
explosive gases, as it may cause a fire or explosion.
• To avoid damage or mis-operation of the camera, use it only if the
temperature is 0 ~ 40°C and the humidity 30 ~ 90%.
• Do not move the camera suddenly from a hot to cold place, or vice versa. It
may cause the formation of condensation inside the unit that may damage it.
To prevent the formation of condensation, put the camera in a plastic bag,
etc. to protect it and wait until the camera has reached the ambient
temperature before taking it out.
• If used in low temperatures, the batteries will have a shorter life span than
normal.
Points to verify before using the camera
• If taking particularly important pictures or if you have not used the camera
for a long period, first confirm that it functions properly, or consult an
Authorized Service Centre.
• We decline all responsibility concerning the loss of data, down time, loss of
revenue or any other direct or indirect damage or claims caused by this
camera.
Precautions when handling the batteries
To prevent leakage, fire, or damage, please read the instructions carefully
and observe the following points:
• Do not heat or throw the batteries into a fire.
• Do not disassemble, modify or solder.
• Do not install with inverted polarity (+, –).
• Do not let metal objects touch the contacts. Do not store or carry loosely
with necklaces or hairpins.
• Do not use old batteries together with new ones, and do not use different
types of batteries at the same time.
• Do not store them in humid places as they may corrode.
• Do not use if something seems to be wrong.
• Do not use if there is leaking, swelling, a rise in temperature, or any other
abnormal condition.
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