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Power your Radio
Connect the supplied AC adapter to the
DC 12 V jack
and plug in to a
standard household outlet.
Install Backup Batteries
1.
Open the battery compartment cover.
2.
Slide the
RCH/ALK
switch to
RCH
for
rechargeable or
ALK
for alkaline backup
batteries.
.
Install six AA alkaline or Ni-MH rechargeable
batteries (neither supplied). Insert batteries
as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and –)
marked inside.
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Notes:
•
flashes when the rechargeable batteries
are charging,
will appear when charging is
finished. Charging can take up to 30 hours.
• If the radio’s power supply is switched from AC to battery operation, the
three alert LEDs will blink for 3 minutes.
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Battery Notes:
• When
or
displays, replace the batteries.
• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type.
• Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly. Do not burn or bury them.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries (standard,
alkaline, or rechargeable), or rechargeable batteries of different capacities.
• If you do not plan to use your radio for a long period, remove the batteries.
Batteries can leak chemicals that may damage electronic parts.
RCH/ALK
Recycle Rechargeable Batteries
Placing rechargeable batteries in the trash can be harmful to the environment. Instead,
recycle old rechargeable batteries at your local
RadioShack
store free of charge.
RadioShack
participates in the RBRC
©
battery recycling program, and is committed to
preserving the environment and conserving natural resources. Call 1-800-THE-SHACK (1-800-843-
7422) for more information.
