Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions216Built-in Rechargeable Lithium BatteryThe camcorder has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery to keep the date/time and other settings. The built-inlithium battery is recharged while you use the camcorder; however, it will discharge completely if you do not usethe camcorder for about 3 months.To recharge the built-in lithium battery: Connect the DC cable and compact power adapter to the camcorderand use a power outlet to power the camcorder for 24 hours while it is turned off.Lithium Button Battery• Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools, as this will cause a short circuit.• Wipe the battery with a clean dry cloth to ensure proper contact.WARNING!• The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled.• Do not disassemble, modify, immerse in water, heat above 100 °C (212 °F) or incinerate the battery.• Do not insert the battery into the mouth. If swallowed, seek medical assistance immediately. The batterycase may break and the battery fluids may cause internal injuries.• Keep the battery out of the reach of children.• Do not recharge, short-circuit or insert the battery in the wrong direction.• Dispose of the used battery according to applicable recycling regulations. In Europe, the used batteryshould be returned to the supplier for safe disposal.
