"Battery care and use instructions
* Your new battery comes in a discharged condition and must be charged
before use. Upon initial use (or after prolonged storage period) the
battery may require two to three charge/discharge cycles before achieving
maximum capacity.
* When charging the battery for the first time your charging device
may indicate that charging is complete after just 10 or 15 minutes.
This is a normal phenomenon with rechargeable batteries. Simply remove
the battery from the charging device and repeat the charging procedure.
* It is important to condition (fully discharge and then fully charge)
the battery every two to three weeks. Failure to do so may significantly
shorten the battery's life (this does not apply to Li-Ion batteries,
which do not require conditioning). To discharge, simply run your
device under the battery's power until it shuts down or until you
get a low price battery warning. Then recharge the battery as instructed
in your user's manual.
* If the battery will not be in use for a month or longer, it is recommended
that it be removed from the device and stored in a cool, dry, clean
place.
* It is normal for a battery to become warm during charging and discharging.
* A charged battery will eventually lose its charge if unused. It
may therefore be necessary to recharge the battery after a storage
period.
Battery dont's
* Do not short-circuit. A short-circuit may cause severe damage to
the battery.
* Do not drop, hit or otherwise abuse the battery as this may result
in the exposure of the cell contents, which are corrosive.
* Do not expose the battery to moisture or rain.
* Keep battery away from fire or other sources of extreme heat. Do
not incinerate. Exposure of battery to extreme heat may result in
an explosion.
How can I maximize battery performance? There are several steps you
can take to insure that you get maximum performance from your battery:
* Breaking In New Batteries - new batteries come in a discharged condition and must be fully charged before use. It is recommended that you fully charge and discharge your new battery two to four times to allow it to reach its maximum rated capacity.
* Preventing the Memory Effect - Keep your battery healthy by fully charging and then fully discharging it at least once every two to three weeks. Exceptions to the rule are Li-Ion batteries which do not suffer from the Memory Effect.
* Keep Your Batteries Clean - It's a good idea to clean dirty battery contacts with a cotton swab and alcohol. This helps maintain a good connection between the battery and your portable device.
* Exercise Your Battery - Do not leave your battery dormant for long periods of time. We recommend using the battery at least once every two to three weeks. If a battery has not been used for a long period of time, perform the new battery break in procedure described above.
* Battery Storage - If you don't plan on using the battery for a month or more, we recommend storing it in a clean, dry, cool place away from heat and metal objects. Ni-Cd, Ni-MH and Li-Ion batteries will self-discharge during storage; remember to break them in before use.
* For Notebook Users - To get maximum performance from your battery, fully optimize the notebook's power management features prior to use. Power management is a trade off: better power conservation in exchange for lesser computer performance. The power management system conserves battery power by setting the processor to run at a slower speed, dimming the screen, spinning down the hard drive when it's not in use and causing the machine to go into sleep mode when inactive. Your notebook user's guide will provide information relating to specific power management features.
Digital Camera Battery Help and Tips:
* Purchasing and getting the most out of digital camera batteries, whether your
digital camera uses an alkaline battery, rechargable NiMH battery, or propietary
battery.
#1: Keep Extra Batteries Handy!
Got a digital camera? Always keep extra batteries handy!
#2: Don't Use Alkaline AA - Use Rechargeables
Why you should use rechargeable batteries with your digital camera.
#3: Battery Conservation Tips
Make your digital camera batteries last longer. Here's how.
#4: Bring a Battery Charger on Trips
Even if you have lots of rechargeable AA batteries, you should still
bring a charger with you on trips.
#5: Keep Playback to a Minimum
Using the playback mode of your digital camera may wear out your
batteries.
#6: Those Batteries Won't Stay Charged Forever
Digital camera batteries may lose their charge over time. Don't let
under-charged batteries keep you from taking great photos!
#7: What is mAh?
What does mAh mean when it comes to digital camera batteries?
#8: Buy Extra Proprietary Batteries
Ensure you have a backup digital camera battery for long photo shoots.
#9: Don't Mix and Match Brands and Types
To prevent possible damage, only insert similar digital camera batteries.
#10: Use an Add-On NiMH Power Pack
Get more use out of your old AA NiMH batteries.
#11: Recycle Your NiMH Batteries
Don't throw away your old rechargeable AA batteries - they are recyclable.
#12: Take Batteries Out of the Digital Camera
Remove batteries from your digital camera when not in use.
#13: Never Charge Incompatible AA Batteries
To prevent fire, only insert similar batteries into your battery
charger.
#14: Batteries in Cold Weather
Bring along extra batteries if you plan on taking photos in the cold
winter months.
#15: Travel Overseas? May Need a Different Charger or Converters
To charge digital camera batteries outside of your native country
may require a small added investment.
#16: Never Get Batteries Wet
Water can corrode batteries, damaging them and possibly your digital
camera.
