User manual OLYMPUS AZ-2 ZOOM

[. . . ] DIGITAL CAMERA AZ-2 ZOOM BASIC MANUAL ENGLISH 2 28 54 80 Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. This manual explains shooting and playback basics. For details on functions, read the advanced manual. [. . . ] Do not carry or store the battery where it may come into contact with metal objects such as jewelry, pins, fasteners, etc. Never store the battery where it will be exposed to direct sunlight, or subjected to high temperatures in a hot vehicle, near a heat source, etc. Battery leakage, overheating or explosion, etc. Never attempt to disassemble the battery or modify it in any way, such as by soldering. Doing so may break the terminals or cause battery fluid to splash, resulting in potential fire, explosion, battery leakage, overheating or other damage. If battery fluid gets in your eyes, loss of eyesight may result. If battery fluid gets in your eyes, do not rub them. Flush them immediately with clear, cold running water and seek medical attention straight away. 10 Safety precautions WARNING Keep the battery dry at all times. Never allow it to come into contact with fresh or salt water. Do not touch or hold the battery with wet hands. If the rechargeable battery does not recharge within the specified time, stop charging it and do not use it. If you do not, fire, explosion, ignition or overheating may result. Do not use the battery if it is cracked or broken. Doing so may cause explosion or overheating. Never subject the battery to strong shocks or continuous vibration. Doing so may cause explosion or overheating. Never attempt to modify the battery compartment on the camera, never insert anything (other than the specified battery) into the compartment. If the battery leaks, becomes discolored or deformed, or appears abnormal in any way during operation, stop using the camera immediately. Contact your dealer or an authorized Olympus service center. Continued use may result in fire or electric shock. If the 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. En CAUTION Do not remove the battery from the camera immediately after operating the camera on battery power for a long time. [. . . ] Press the POWER switch to turn on the camera. Note Never remove the battery, card or AC adapter while the mark is blinking. Doing so could destroy stored pictures and prevent storage of pictures you have just taken. When taking pictures against strong backlight, the area of the picture in shadow may appear colored. When you point the lens toward a bright object, vertical lines (smears) may appear on the monitor. [. . . ]