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7
BATTERY CHARGING
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Installing batteries in the
battery case
(Not supplied with some versions)
When using a battery case attached to the transceiver, install
6
×
AA(R6) size alkaline batteries as illustrated below.
q
Remove the battery case from the transceiver.
w
Install 6
×
AA(R6) size alkaline batteries.
• Be sure to observe the correct polarity.
CAUTION:
• When installing batteries, make sure they are all the
same brand, type and capacity. Also, do not mix new and
old batteries together.
• Keep battery contacts clean. It’s a good idea to clean bat-
tery terminals once a week.
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Charging connections
q
Attach the BC-150 to a flat surface, such as desk or cabin, etc., if
desired.
w
Connect the AC adapter (BC-147E) as shown below.
e
Insert the battery pack with/without the transceiver into the
charger.
• The charge indicator lights green.
r
Charge the battery pack approx. 8 hours, depending on the re-
maining power condition.
CAUTION: DO NOT
charge BP-224 more than 12 hours.
Otherwise, BP-224 will be damaged. BP-224 must
be charged for 8–12 hours only.
BC-150
BP-224
IC-M21
AC adapter
(BC-147E; Not
supplied with
some versions)
Supplied screws
Charge indicator
Lights green when
BP-224 (with/without
IC-M21) is inserted.