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Ray101E Handheld VHF Radio
5. Noting the proper orientation, install the AA cells in three rows of two
batteries each.
6. Replace the battery tray cover.
WARNING: Alkaline Battery Use
When Alkaline cells are used, do not place radio in Charger unless
Charge Switch on radio is set to ALKALINE. Charging Alkaline cells
may cause excessive heat and could result in cell leakage or explosion
causing damage or injury.
7. Slide the battery tray up into the rear of the radio and then downward until
it snaps into place.
8. Rotate the fastener at the base of the battery case clockwise ¼ turn to the
LOCK position.
Charging Rechargeable Ni-MH Cells
The Ni-MH batteries must be fully charged
before use. To charge the batteries:
1. Insert the radio with the battery tray attached
into the Ni-MH charger unit.
2. Connect the AC wall adapter into a standard
wall outlet.
or
Connect the Cigarette Lighter Adapter into a
standard 12VDC Cigarette Lighter.
3. Insert the moulded plug into the connector on
the side of the battery charger.
The CHARGE indicator LED on the front of
the charger lights when it is receiving voltage
from the AC adapter.
RED means the batteries are charging.
GREEN means the batteries are fully charged.
Initial charging will complete in approximately 8
hours. Typical time for recharging is 3 to 5 hours.
CAUTION:
1. Make sure the switch just below the battery
compartment is set to the Ni-MH position.
2. Do not operate radio in charger when bat-
tery tray is empty. This may damage radio.
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