BATTERY PACKS AND ACCESSORIES
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■ Battery pack charging
The supplied* BP-173 or BP-180
BATTERY PACK
includes
rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries and can be charged approx.
300 times. Charge the battery pack before first operating the
transceiver or when the battery pack becomes exhausted.
*Optional for versions which come with the BP-170
BATTERY CASE
.
If you want to be able to charge the battery pack more than
300 times, the following points should be observed:
1.Avoid overcharging. The charging period should be less
than 48 hours.
2.Use the battery until it becomes almost completely ex-
hausted under normal conditions. We recommend battery
charging just after transmitting becomes impossible.
■ Charging precautions
NEVER attempt to charge dry cell batteries. This will cause
internal liquid leakage and damage the battery case and
transceiver.
NEVER connect two or more chargers at the same time.
Charging may not occur under temperatures of 10°C (50°F)
or over temperatures of 40°C (104°F).
■ About the battery pack
D Operating period
Depending on the attached battery pack, the operating period
of the transceiver varies. Refer to p. 43 for battery pack spec-
ifications.
D Battery pack life
If your battery pack seems to have no capacity even after
being fully charged, completely discharge it by leaving the
power ON overnight. Then, fully charge the battery pack
again.
If the battery pack still does not retain a charge (or very little),
a new battery pack must be purchased.
D Recycling information (U.S.A. only)
The product that you have purchased contains a
rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At
the end of its life, under various state and local
laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into
the municipal waste stream. Call 1-800-8-BATTERY for bat-
tery recycling options in your area or contact your dealer.
