Olympus 1040 User Guide

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Appendix
Battery and charger
This camera uses one Olympus lithium ion 
battery (LI-42B/LI-40B). No other type of 
batteries can be used.
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 monitor for an 
extended period of time.
The camera is connected to a computer or 
printer.
Using an exhausted battery may cause the 
camera to turn off without displaying the 
battery level warning.
The rechargeable battery is not fully charged 
at the time of purchase. Charge the battery 
fully with the LI-40C charger before use.
The provided rechargeable battery usually 
takes approximately 5 hours to charge (varies 
on usage).
The supplied LI-40C battery charger is used 
only for LI-42B/LI-40B battery. Do not charge 
other type of battery with the supplied battery 
charger. It might cause explosion, leaking, 
overheating or fi re.

Camera care
Exterior
Wipe gently with a soft cloth. If the camera is 
very dirty, soak the cloth in mild soapy water 
and wring well. Wipe the camera with the 
damp cloth and then dry it with a dry cloth. If 
you have used the camera at the beach, use a 
cloth soaked in clean water and wrung well.
Monitor
Wipe gently with a soft cloth.
Lens
Blow dust off the lens with a commercial 
blower, then wipe gently with a lens cleaner.
Battery/Charger
Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth.
  Do not use strong solvents such as benzene 
or alcohol, or chemically treated cloth.
  Mold may form on the lens surface if the 
lens is left dirty.
Storage
When storing the camera for extended 
periods, remove the battery, AC adapter and 
card, and keep in a cool, dry place that is well 
ventilated.
Periodically insert the battery and test the 
camera functions.
  Avoid leaving the camera in places where 
chemical products are handled since this 
may result in corrosion.
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