Olympus VR-340 VR-350 Instruction Manual (English) - Page 66

WARNING • Keep batteries dry at all times. • To prevent batteries from leaking, overheating, or causing a fire or explosion, use only batteries recommended for use with this product. • Insert the battery carefully as described in the operating instructions. • If rechargeable batteries have not been recharged within the specified time, stop charging them and do not use them. • Do not use a battery if it is cracked or broken. • If a battery leaks, becomes discolored or deformed, or becomes abnormal in any other way during operation, stop using the camera. • If a battery leaks fluid onto your clothing or skin, remove the clothing and flush the affected area with clean, running cold water immediately. If the fluid burns your skin, seek medical attention immediately. • Never subject batteries to strong shocks or continuous vibration. CAUTION • Before loading, always inspect the battery carefully for leaks, discoloration, warping, or any other abnormality. • The battery may become hot during prolonged use. To avoid minor burns, do not remove it immediately after using the camera. • Always unload the battery from the camera before storing the camera for a long period. • This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion battery (LI-50B). No other type of batteries can be used. There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with the incorrect battery type. • Power consumption by the camera varies depending on which functions are used. • During the conditions described below, power is consumed continuously and the battery becomes exhausted quickly. • The zoom is used repeatedly. • The shutter button is pressed halfway repeatedly in shooting mode, activating the auto focus. • A picture is displayed on the screen for an extended period of time. • The camera is connected to a printer. • Using an exhausted battery may cause the camera to turn off without displaying the battery level warning. • The Olympus lithium ion battery is designed to be used only for the Olympus digital camera. Do not use the battery to other devices. • If the battery's terminals get wet or greasy, camera contact failure may result. Wipe the battery well with a dry cloth before use. • Always charge a battery when using it for the first time, or if it has not been used for a long period. • When operating the camera with battery power at low temperatures, try to keep the camera and spare battery as warm as possible. A battery that has run down at low temperatures may be restored after it is warmed at room temperature. • Before going on a long trip, and especially before traveling abroad, purchase extra batteries. A recommended battery may be difficult to obtain while traveling. • When storing the battery for a long period, select a cool location for storage. • Please recycle batteries to help save our planet's resources. When you throw away dead batteries, be sure to cover their terminals and always observe local laws and regulations. USB-AC adapter • The included USB-AC adapter F-2AC is designed to be used only with this camera. Other cameras cannot be charged with this USB-AC adapter. • Do not connect the included USB-AC adapter F-2AC to equipment other than this camera. • For plug-in type USB-AC adapter: The included USB-AC adapter F-2AC is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position. Use Only Dedicated Rechargeable Battery, Battery Charger and USB-AC adapter We strongly recommend that you use only the genuine Olympus dedicated rechargeable battery, battery charger and USB-AC adapter with this camera. Using a non-genuine rechargeable battery, battery charger and/or USB-AC adapter may result in fire or personal injury due to leakage, heating, ignition or damage to the battery. Olympus does not assume any liability for accidents or damage that may result from the use of a battery, battery charger and/or USB-AC adapter that are not genuine Olympus accessories. Monitor • Do not push the monitor forcibly; otherwise the image may become vague, resulting in a playback mode failure or damage to the monitor. • A strip of light may appear on the top/bottom of the monitor, but this is not a malfunction. 66 EN