FUTABA 3PDF, Instruction Manual

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Prior to operation
Transmitter T3PDF (Rear)
Transmitter T3PDF (Bottom)
Handling the batteries
(8 AA size batteries)
Battery Replacement
1
Open the battery cover by slid-
ing in the direction of the arrow
shown in the figure.
2
Remove used batteries.
3
Load the new AA size batteries.
Pay very close attention to the
polarity markings and reinsert
accordingly.
4
Slide the battery cover back
into place.
<Check>
Turn the power switch on and check
voltage displayed on the LCD screen.
With new batteries the voltage dis-
played should be around 12 volts.
If the displayed voltage is low or does
not light all, check the batteries for in-
sufficient contact or incorrect battery
polarity.
When the battery alarm sounds
change the batteries, or if Nicads are
used recharge.
(Alarm voltage: approx. 8.7 Volts)
Caution
Be sure to load the batteries in the
correct polarity order.
If the polarity is reversed the transmitter may be
damaged.
When the system will not be used
for any length of time remove the
batteries.
If the batteries do happen to leak, clean the battery
contacts thoroughly. Make sure the contacts are
free of corrosion.
<Battery Disposal>
Some states require special handling
when any type of battery is disposed.
Contact the State Agency responsible
for recycling hazardous waste for pro-
cedures in your area.
<Converting to Nicad Batteries>
Purchase Futaba Part Number NT-
8JY to convert your transmitter to
Nicad use.
Crystal
Battery Cover
Open
Batteries
(8 AA Size
Batteries)