CAUTION
Do not place heavy objects on the fl a s h . This can cause the heavy
object to tip over or fall and cause injury.
Do not cover or wrap the fl a s h in a cloth or blanket. This can cause
heat to build up and distort the casing or cause a fire.
When you are cleaning the fl a s h or you do not plan to use the fl a s h
for an extended period, remove the batteries. Failure to do so can
cause a fire or electric shock.
Using a flash too close to a person’s eyes can cause temporary visual
impairment. Take particular care when photographing infants
and young children.
Request regular internal testing and cleaning for your fl a s h . Build-
up of dust in your fl a s h can cause a fire or electric shock. Con-
tact your FUJIFILM dealer to request internal cleaning every two
years. Please note that this service is not free of charge.
Do not use alcohol, thinner, benzine, or other volatile chemicals to
clean the flash. Failure to observe this precaution can cause fire
or electric shock.
AA Alkaline/Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries
The following describes the proper use of batteries and how to prolong their
life. Incorrect use can shorten battery life or cause leakage, overheating, fire,
or explosion.
■Cautions: Handling the Batteries
• Do not expose to water, flame, or heat, or store in warm or humid condi-
tions.
• Do not transport or store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins.
• Do not disassemble or modify the batteries or battery casing.
• Do not subject to strong physical shocks.
• Do not use batteries that are leaking, deformed, or discolored.
• Keep out of reach of infants and small children.
• Insert in the correct orientation.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, batteries with different charge levels, or
batteries of different types.
• If the fl a s h will not be used for an extended period, remove the batteries.
Note that flash settings will be reset.
• The batteries may be warm to the touch immediately after use. Turn the
fl a s h off and allow the batteries to cool before handling.
• Battery capacity tends to decrease at low temperatures. Keep spare bat-
teries in a pocket or other warm place and exchange as necessary. Cold
batteries may recover some of their charge when warmed.
• Fingerprints and other stains on the battery terminals can impair battery
performance. Thoroughly clean the terminals with a soft, dry cloth before
inserting them in the fl a s h .
If the batteries leak, clean the battery chamber thoroughly before
inserting new batteries.
If fluid from the battery comes into contact with skin or clothing,
flush the affected area with water. If fluid enters your eyes, immedi-
ately flush the affected area with water and seek medical attention. Do
not rub your eyes. Failure to observe this precaution could result in per-
manent visual impairment.
■Ni-MH Batteries
The capacity of Ni-MH batteries may be temporarily reduced when new, af-
ter long periods of disuse, or if they are repeatedly recharged before being
fully discharged. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
The fl a s h draws a small amount of current even when off. Ni-MH batteries that
have been left in the fl a s h for an extended period may be drawn down to the
point that they no longer hold a charge. Battery performance may also drop
if the batteries are run down in a device such as a flashlight. Batteries that no
longer hold a charge even after repeatedly being discharged and recharged
have reached the end of their service life and must be replaced.
Ni-MH batteries can be recharged in a battery charger (sold separately). Bat-
teries may become warm to the touch after charging. Refer to the instructions
provided with the charger for more information. Use the charger with compat-
ible batteries only.
Ni-MH batteries gradually lose their charge when not in use.
■Disposal
Dispose of used batteries in accord with local regulations.
