Canon PowerShot G7 User Guide Advanced User Manual

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134Battery HandlingBattery ChargeThe following icon and message will display.Battery Handling Precautionsz Keep the battery terminals clean at all times.Dirty terminals may cause poor contact between the battery andcamera. Polish the terminals with a soft cotton swab beforecharging or using the battery.z At low temperatures, battery performance may be reducedand the low battery icon ( ) may appear earlier than usual.Under these conditions, revive the battery by warming it in apocket immediately before use.z However, ensure that there are no metallic items in the pocketthat could cause a short circuit, such as a key ring, etc.The battery may short circuit.z Do not allow any metal objects such as key rings to touchthe ( ) and ( ) terminals (Fig. A). To carry the battery orstore it during periods of disuse, always replace theterminal cover (Fig.B).These conditions can damage the battery. You may be able tocheck the charge state depending upon howthe terminal cover is attached (Fig. C, D).U.S.A. and Canada only:The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers theproduct is recyclable.Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on howto recycle this battery.Battery charge is low.Recharge it as soon aspossible it will be used for anextended period.Change the batteriesBattery charge is insufficientto operate the camera.Replace the batteryimmediately.