REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK
1.
Ensure the ON/OFF SWITCH on the battery
pack is in the off position.
2.
Press down on the battery release latch and
slide the battery pack out in the direction of
the release latch. See Figure 4.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACKS
After receiving a new rechargeable battery pack
from the factory, it should be fully charged before
placing it into service. This also applies to recharge-
able batteries that have been stored for long periods.
When the battery pack requires charging the radio
will signal the operator with an alert tone and the
"BAT" status flag will turn on.
Chargers are available with nominal charge
times of 1 hour (rapid) and 14 hours (standard).
Combinations include single (1) and multi (5) posi-
tion, standard and rapid charge units. In addition, the
vehicular chargers/repeaters simultaneously charge
the battery packs while the radio is operating. For
specific instructions refer to the applicable charger
Operating Manual.
The rechargeable batteries used with the radio
can develop a reduced capacity condition sometimes
called the "Memory Effect". This condition can occur
when a battery is continuously charged for long
periods or when a regularly performed duty cycle
allows the battery to expend only a limited portion of
its capacity. The battery pack may show a severe
decrease in its ability to deliver full capacity for an
extended period. Any rechargeable battery pack
showing signs of reduced capacity should be re-
turned to a qualified service center for inspection.
Figure 4 - Removing the Battery Pack
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