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Battery operation
Battery operation using alkaline batteries
1. Remove the battery cover on the rear of the unit by pressing the
catch.
Note:
Before you insert the batteries, if you use non-rechargeable batteries,
make sure the NiMH/Alkaline switch which located inside the battery
compartment is switched to Alkaline position. If you use rechargeable
batteries, make sure to switch NiMH/Alkaline switch to NiMH position.
2. Insert 4 UM-1(D size) batteries into the spaces in the compartment.
3. Take care to ensure all batteries are inserted with correct polarity as
shown on the rear cabinet. Replace the battery cover.
4. Reduced power, distortion and a “stuttering sound” or low battery
LED indicator in red color is on are all signs that the batteries need
replacing or recharged.
5. If the radio is not to be used for any extended period of time, it is
recommended that the batteries are removed from the radio.
Battery operation using rechargeable batteries
1. Slide the battery switch to the NiHM position.
2. Insert 4 UM-1 batteries into spaces in the compartment. Make
sure all batteries are inserted with the correct polarity as shown on
the rear cabinet. The radio is also designed to be used with NiMH
rechargeable batteries.
Note:
Do not use a mix of old and new rechargeable batteries.
Do not use a mix of full and empty rechargeable batteries.
Do not use batteries that have a different mAh capacity
Do not use damaged or leaking batteries
3. Make sure the radio is switched off and connected to the AC adaptor.
When the charge indicator flashes green indicating batteries are
charging. Batteries will be fully charged in around 10 hours. The
battery shows steady green light when the battery charging is
complete.
Note:
Duration for charging your battery fully can be varied according to
the mAh capacity of a battery. Higher mAh batteries required longer
charging time.
Important:
Under some conditions the charging LED indicator may switch off
after flashing briefly. This may happen if the batteries are already
freshly charged, or if the radio detects that you may be attempting
to recharge alkaline batteries or mixed different types or capacity of
rechargeable battery. In these cases the charging will be stopped.
