The lithium-ion rechargeable batteries that are used by the CoolPix cameras are not fully charged when they are shipped from the factory. Before first use, the battery needs to be fully charged in an appropriate Nikon charger. Be certain the charger unit you have is the correct charger for your particular battery. The charger unit is malfunctioning if the charge lamp flickers and the charger unit is in an environment that is within its operating temperature range. Remove the battery and unplug the unit. Consult an authorized Nikon retailer or representative before attempting to use the charger unit again.
