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BATTERY CHARGING
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Installing batteries in the bat-
tery case
When using a battery case attached to the transceiver, install
6 AA(R6) size Ni-Cd or alkaline batteries as illustrated below.
q
Remove the battery case from the transceiver.
w
Install 6
×
AA(R6) size Ni-Cd or 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
battery terminals once a week.
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Battery charging
Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the Ni-Cd bat-
teries must be fully charged for optimum life and operation.
• Recommended temperature range for charging:
+10°C to +40°C (+50°F to +104°F)
• Use the supplied AC adapter (BC-131A, BC-110D) only.
NEVER
use other adapters.
• An optional cable OPC-254L (for 12 V power source) or CP-
12L (for 12 V cigarette lighter socket) can be used instead of
the supplied AC adapter.
Before
connecting DC power, make sure the internal
switch is set to the proper battery type—Ni-Cd or alkaline.
NEVER
connect DC power to the battery case when in-
stalling alkaline batteries. Such a connection will damage
the transceiver.
CAUTION:
To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn it
OFF while charging.
Ni-Cd • • ALKALINE
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