Canon EOS 30D Instruction Manual

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Recharging the Battery
 
Do not recharge any battery pack other than Battery Pack BP-511A, BP-
514, BP-511, or BP-512.
 
If the battery is left in the camera for a prolonged period without the camera 
being used, a low electrical current may be discharged excessively and the 
battery’s service life may be affected. When not using the camera, remove 
the battery and attach the protective cover to prevent shorting. Before 
using the camera again, be sure to recharge the battery.
 
Storing the battery while fully charged may reduce its service life or 
performance.
 
Battery Packs BP-511A, BP-514, BP-511, and BP-512 are dedicated to 
Canon products. Using them with a non-Canon battery charger or 
product may result in malfunction or accidents for which Canon cannot 
be held liable.
 
Do not use the battery charger with any power transformer in foreign 
countries. Doing so can cause malfunction.
 
After the red lamp lights, continue to recharge the battery for an 
hour to attain a full charge.
 
Even a recharged, unused battery will gradually drain its power. 
Recharge the battery on the day before or on the day you plan to use it.
 
By referring to the marking, you can attach the 
protective cover to the battery to indicate whether 
the battery has been recharged or not.
 
After recharging the battery, detach it and unplug 
the power cord from the power outlet.
 
The time required to recharge the battery depends on the ambient 
temperature and battery’s recharge level.
 
The battery pack can operate in temperatures from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 
104°F). However, for full operating performance, using it between 10°C 
(50°F) and 30°C (86°F) is recommended. In cold locations such as ski 
areas, battery performance temporarily decreases and the operating 
time may be shorter.
 
If operating time is sharply reduced even after normal recharging, the battery 
pack may have reached its service life. Replace it with a new battery.
 
Battery Charger CG-580/CB-5L is compatible with a 100 V AC to 240 V 
AC 50/60 Hz power source. Therefore, it can be used in foreign countries 
without a separate power transformer. You only need a plug adapter if 
the country uses a different type of plug.