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3 Preparing the flash unit
for use
3.1 Power supply
Suitable batteries/rechargeable batte-
ries
The flash unit can be operated with any
of the following batteries:
• 4 nickel-metal-hydride batteries 1.2V,
type IEC HR6 (size AA)
• 4 alkaline-manganese dry cell batte-
ries 1.5V, type IEC LR6 (size AA).
Maintenance-free power source for
moderate power requirements.
• 4 lithium batteries 1.5V, type IEC FR6
(size AA). Maintenance-free high-
capacity power source with a low self-
discharge rate.
Please only use the power sources
given above. If other power sources are
used, there is a risk of damaging the
flash unit.
If your flash unit is not going to be
used for an extended period of time,
remove the batteries.
Replacing the batteries
The rechargeable batteries/batteries
are empty or flat when the flash delay
exceeds 60 seconds (interval between
triggering a full output flash, e.g. in M,
and when the flash readiness indicator
is relit).
• Switch off the flash unit by pressing
the
button until all LED dis-
plays are off.
• Remove the flash device from the
camera and slide the battery cover
downwards.
• Insert the batteries and slide the bat-
tery cover
back into place.
Please ensure the batteries/recharge-
able batteries are inserted correctly by
checking against the symbols in the
battery compartment. Incorrect inserti-
on can terminally damage the unit.
Risk of explosion in event of improper
use of batteries.
Always replace all batteries with the
same high-quality brand batteries of
the same capacity. Used batteries and
rechargeable batteries should not be
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