• Immediately discontinue use of the battery if, while using, charging, or storing the battery, the
battery emits an unusual smell, feels excessively hot (note that it is normal for the battery to feel
warm), changes color or shape, or appears abnormal in any other way.
• In the event the battery leaks and the fluid gets into one’s eye, do not rub the eye. Rinse well
with water and immediately seek medical care. If left untreated, the battery fluid could cause
damage to the eye.
CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used
batteries according to the instructions.
Power indicators
The power indicators are most accurate after a few minutes of use. The following table explains the
meaning of these indicators.
Icon
Description
Battery has more than 70 percent energy remaining.
Battery has 30 to 70 percent energy remaining.
Battery has 10 to 30 percent energy remaining.
Battery level is low. You cannot take pictures or record video clips but you can
still review images in Playback and use the Playback Menu.
Blinking
Battery is depleted. Camera will power down.
NOTE: If the camera is without a battery for a prolonged period, the clock may be reset and
you may be prompted to update it the next time you power on the camera.
Number of shots per battery charge
A fully charged HP Photosmart LI40 battery should take approximately 150 pictures. This number
is an estimate based on standards established by the Camera and Imaging Products Association
(CIPA). However, many factors affect the actual number of pictures you will be able to take (see
“
Top points about batteries” on page 40).
NOTE: For more information about batteries, go to www.hp.com/support and search on the
code R-400.
Recharging the HP Photosmart LI40 battery
You can recharge the HP Photosmart LI40 battery using the charger that came with your camera
(see “
Charge the battery” on page 4). Recharging the battery takes about 1.5 hours.
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