10
Before Using Your Radio
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Preparing Your Radio for
First Use
Before using your radio:
1
Connect the antenna to the socket at the top of the
radio.
2
Fully charge the battery (see ‘Using the Charger’ on
page 72).
Caution: It is highly recommended that the
battery also be put through a long condi-
tioning cycle after the initial charge and before
use.
3
Install the battery pack (see ‘Installing and
Removing the Battery Pack’ on page 10).
4
Install the belt clip if included with your radio (see
‘Installing a Belt Clip’ on page 10).
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
To fit the battery pack to the radio:
1
Insert the bottom edge of the battery pack into the
two slots at the back of the radio.
2
Push the battery pack towards the radio. It should
snap into place.
To remove the battery pack:
1
Push the battery catch down
2
From the sides, pull the battery away from the radio.
Installing a Belt Clip
Most Tait Orca batteries are designed to be fitted with
belt clips.
