Nikon D7000 D7000 User's Manual - Page 15

A Observe proper precautions when handling A Observe proper precautions when handling the batteries charger Batteries may leak or explode if • Keep dry. Failure to observe this improperly handled. Observe the precaution could result in fire or electric following precautions when handling shock. batteries for use in this product: • Do not short the charger terminals. • Use only batteries approved for use in Failure to observe this precaution could this equipment. result in overheating and damage to the • Do not short or disassemble the battery. charger. • Be sure the product is off before • Dust on or near the metal parts of the replacing the battery. If you are using an plug should be removed with a dry cloth. AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged. Continued use could result in fire. • Do not attempt to insert the battery • Do not handle the power cable or go upside down or backwards. near the charger during thunderstorms. • Do not expose the battery to flame or to Failure to observe this precaution could excessive heat. result in electric shock. • Do not immerse in or expose to water. • Do not damage, modify, or forcibly tug or • Replace the terminal cover when bend the power cable. Do not place it transporting the battery. Do not under heavy objects or expose it to heat transport or store the battery with metal or flame. Should the insulation be objects such as necklaces or hairpins. damaged and the wires become • Batteries are prone to leakage when fully exposed, take the power cable to a discharged. To avoid damage to the Nikon-authorized service representative product, be sure to remove the battery for inspection. Failure to observe this when no charge remains. precaution could result in fire or electric • When the battery is not in use, attach the shock. terminal cover and store in a cool, dry • Do not handle the plug or charger with place. wet hands. Failure to observe this • The battery may be hot immediately precaution could result in electric shock. after use or when the product has been • Do not use with travel converters or used on battery power for an extended adapters designed to convert from one period. Before removing the battery turn voltage to another or with DC-to-AC the camera off and allow the battery to inverters. Failure to observe this cool. precaution could damage the product or • Discontinue use immediately should you cause overheating or fire. notice any changes in the battery, such as discoloration or deformation. A Use appropriate cables When connecting cables to the input and output jacks, use only the cables provided or sold by Nikon for the purpose to maintain compliance with product regulations. A CD-ROMs CD-ROMs containing software or manuals should not be played back on audio CD equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an audio CD player could cause hearing loss or damage the equipment. xiii