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Battery operation using rechargeable batteries
(also see page 23)
The fi rst few times that you charge a new set of batteries, you may fi nd that the charge and play times are very short. Normal operation
should be achieved after 3 or 4 charge - discharge cycles.
Batteries are only charged while the radio is connected to the mains supply via its adaptor and it is switched off using the On/Off button.
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1. Ensure your radio is disconnected from the mains supply and the
aerial is fully retracted.
2. Open the battery cover on the base of the unit by using a fl at bladed
screwdriver to loosen the screw securing the battery cover.
3. Slide the switch inside the battery compartment to the NiMH
position.
4. Insert four Rechargeable LR14 (C size) batteries into the spaces in the
compartment. Take care to ensure all batteries are inserted with the
correct polarity as shown inside the battery compartment. The radio is
designed to be used with Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) rechargeable
batteries.
5. Close the battery cover and gently tighten the screw using a fl at bladed
screwdriver. Do not overtighten.
6. Plug the mains adaptor into your radio and then plug the adaptor into
the mains.
7. The Charge light will fl ash green indicating that the batteries are
charging. Batteries will be fully charged in around 3 - 7 hours depending
on their capacity. The charge light shows a steady green light when
the battery charging is complete.
• 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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