Canon 9685A001AA PowerShot G6 Camera User Guide - Page 12

z Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries. There is serious risk of injury due to an explosion. Immediately flush with water any area of the body, including the eyes and mouth, or clothing, that comes into contact with the inner contents of a battery. If the eyes or mouth contact these substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical assistance. z Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts that could damage the casings. It could lead to leakage and injury. z Do not short-circuit the battery terminals with metallic objects, such as key holders. It could lead to overheating, burns and other injuries. Use the supplied terminal cover to transport or store the battery. z Before you discard a battery, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators to prevent direct contact with other objects. Contact with the metallic components of other materials in waste containers may lead to fire or explosions. Discard the batteries in specialized waste facilities if available in your area. z Use only recommended battery packs and battery chargers. Use of batteries not expressly recommended for this equipment may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the surroundings. z Disconnect the compact power adapter from both the camera and power outlet when the camera is not in use to avoid fires and other hazards. Continuous use over a long period of time may cause the unit to overheat and distort, resulting in fire. z Exercise due caution when screwing on the separately sold wide converter, tele-converter lens, close-up lens and conversion lens adapter. If they loosen, fall off and shatter, the glass shards may cause an injury. Caution about magnetic fields Keep objects that are sensitive to magnetic fields (such as credit cards) away from the speaker of the camera (p. 11). Such items may lose data or stop working. 8