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Battery operation using rechargeable batteries
. Remove the battery cover on the back of the unit by sliding the cover in the direction of
the arrow.
. Slide the switch inside the battery compartment to the NiMH position.
3. Insert four Rechargeable LR6 (AA size) batteries into the spaces in the compartment.
Take care to ensure all batteries are inserted with the correct polarity as shown on the
back of the radio. The radio is designed to be used with Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH)
rechargeable batteries.
4. Plug the mains adaptor into your radio and then plug the adaptor into the mains.
5. The battery light will flash green indicating batteries are charging. Batteries will be fully charged
in around 7 hours. The battery light shows a steady green light when the battery charging
is complete.
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Important:
when using rechargeable batteries the battery switch must be placed in the NiMH position.
Batteries will only be charged when the radio is switched off and connected to the
AC adaptor.
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When the batteries are exhausted, the battery light will show red for a short while. The radio
will then switch itself off. It may not be possible to switch the radio back on until the batteries
are recharged, or until the radio is connected to the mains adaptor.
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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.
IMPORTANT:
The batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshnie, fire or the like. After
use, disposable batteries should if possible be taken to a suitable recycling centre. On no account
should batteries be disposed of by incineration.
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