PowerShot A400 Camera User Guide

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Troubleshooting
The batteries are
consumed quickly.
Batteries are not the right type. z Use only new AA-size alkaline batteries or
Canon AA-size NiMH batteries. (For the
information about alkaline batteries, see Proper
Battery Handling (p. 17))
Battery capacity drops due to low
ambient temperatures.
z If shooting in a cold area, keep the batteries
warm (by placing them in an inner pocket, etc.)
until ready to use them.
Battery terminals are dirty. z Wipe them well with a dry cloth before use.
z Reload the batteries several times.
The batteries have not been used
for over a year.
z Performance should return to normal after
several charging cycles.
The batteries have lost their
effectiveness.
z Replace both batteries with new ones.
Batteries do not
charge with a
separately sold
battery charger.
Batteries were placed in the
charger in the wrong direction.
z Put batteries back into the charger in the
correct direction.
Poor electrical contact, between
batteries and the charger.
z Be sure to set batteries firmly into the charger.
z Be sure that the power cable is firmly
connected to the charger, and is firmly plugged
in to the power outlet.
Battery terminals are dirty. z
Wipe them well with a dry cloth before charging.
The batteries have lost their
effectiveness.
z Replace both batteries with new ones.
Problem Cause Solution