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BATTERIES
A 3-segment battery indicator at the bottom of the display indicates the
battery condition.
The detector requires a single 9-volt ALKALINE battery.
Do not use ordinary zinc carbon batteries.
Do not use "Heavy Duty" batteries.
rechargeable batteries can also be used.
If you wish to use rechargeable batteries, we recommend using a
Nickel Metal Hydride rechargeable battery.
The battery compartment is located on the back side of the housing.
Slide the battery door to the side and remove it to expose the battery
compartment.
expect about 15 to 20 hours of life from a 9-volt alkaline battery.
B TTERY LIFE
rechargeable batteries can provide up to 8 hours of usage per charge.
You may notice the speaker volume drop when only one battery segment is
SPE KER VOLUME ND B TTERY CH RGE
illuminated.
With one segment flashing, low speaker volume will be very apparent.
The 3-segment battery indicator has 4 stages of indication.
B TTERY INDIC TOR
These indications are accurate for a 9-volt alkaline battery.
Segments Illuminated
3 -segments
2 -segments
1 -segment
1 -segment flashing
After the 1st segment begins flashing, expect the detector to shut off within 10
minutes.
A rechargeable battery will usually illuminate two to three segments
throughout most of its useful charge. But as soon as it drains to the 1-segment
level, it will then lose its charge very rapidly.
BATTERY DISPOSAL & RECYCLING
Alkaline batteries may be disposed of in a normal waste receptacle or
recycled. Non-Alkaline batteries should be recycled. In the state of California
all battery types must be recycled. Please refer to local municipalities for
detailed disposal and recycling requirements.
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Battery Voltage
more than 8.4 volts
more than 7.5 volts
more than 6.8 volts
less than 6.8 volts
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