May, 1997
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P110 16-Channel Portable Radios
Battery Information
Battery Information
The P110 radio receives its
power (7.5V DC) from a
rechargeable nickel-cadmium
battery as listed in the accesso-
ries section. These batteries,
designed specifically for use in
the P110 radio, are a safe,
dependable power source.
Proper care of the battery will
ensure its effectiveness and
allow for peak performance of
the radio.
Recharging Nickel-
Cadmium Batteries
Recharge the battery before use
to ensure optimum capacity and
performance. The battery was
designed to be used only with a
Motorola P110 charger. Charg-
ing in non-Motorola equipment
may lead to battery damage and
void the battery warranty.
NOTE
When charging a battery that is attached to a radio,
always turn the radio off to ensure a full charge.
Charging Temperature
The battery should be about 77
°
(room tem-
perature) whenever possible. Charging a
cold battery (below 50
°
F) may result in leak-
age of electrolyte, and ultimately, in failure of
the battery. Charging a hot battery (about
95
°
F) results in reduced discharge capacity,
affecting the performance of the radio. P110
rapid rate battery chargers contain a tem-
perature sensing circuit to ensure that
