2.3 Use Caution with the Li-ion Battery
a.
Do not short the battery terminals or throw the battery into a fire. Never attempt to remove the
casing from the battery pack, as Retevis cannot be held responsible for any accident caused by
modifying the battery.
b.
The ambient temperature should be between 5
℃
-40
℃
(40˚F - 105˚F) while charging the
battery. Charging outside this range may not fully charge the battery.
c.
Please turn off the radio before inserting it into the charger. It may otherwise interfere with
correct charging.
d.
To avoid interfering with the charging cycle, please do not cut off the power or remove the
battery during charging until the green light is on.
e.
Do not recharge the battery pack if it is fully charged. This may shorten the life of the battery
pack or damage the battery pack.
f.
Do not charge the battery or the radio if it is damp. Dry it before charging to avoid damage.
WARNING
！
When keys, ornamental chain or other electric metals contact the battery terminal, the battery
may become damage or injure a human. If the battery terminals are short circuited it will generate
a lot of heat. Take care when carrying and using the battery. Remember to put the battery or
radio into an insulated container. Do not put it into a metal container.
2.4 How to Charge
Your radios include a charging cradle and battery packs. Follow these instructions to recharge
your radios. Make sure to turn the radio OFF before placing the radio in the charging cradle.
1) Connect the adapter's plug to DC IN 10V jack of the charging cradle and plug the other end
into an AC outlet.
2) Set the charging cradle on the desk or tabletop and place the radio in the charging cradle with
the keypad facing forward.
3) Make sure that the LED illuminates. Charge the battery pack for 6 hours and remove the radio
from the charging cradle
after charging.
Note:
• Use only the supplied battery and AC adapter or approved accessories from Retevis.
• Charge time may vary depending on the battery life remaining.
• The battery must be installed for the unit to operate, even if the unit is also connected to
external power.
• If battery power is low, you cannot operate the radio even using external power. Allow the
battery to charge before using. If you try to transmit while power is low, the radio will automati
cally turn off.
• For fastest charging, turn off the radio before charging.
2.5 LED Indicator
STATUS
No Battery
Charge Normally
Fully Charged
Trouble
LED
Green and red alternately flashing
Red
Green
Red blinks fast for a long time
2
NOTE
：
Trouble means battery too warm, battery short-circuited or charger short-circuited.
2.6 How to Store the Battery
a. If the battery needs to be stored, keep it in status of 80% discharged.
b. It should be kept in low temperature and dry environment.
