Battery Packs; Battery Pack Replacement; Cautions - Icom IC-F3 Instruction Manual

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BATTERY PACKS

I Battery pack replacement
Before replacing the battery pack, the volume control MUST
be rotated fully counterclockwise, until a click is heard, to turn
the power OFF.
• TO REMOVE the battery pack from the transceiver:
Push and hold the battery release downwards, then pull the
battery pack upwards with the transceiver facing you.
• TO ATTACH the battery pack to the transceiver:
Mate the notched ends of the battery pack and the trans-
ceiver, and push the battery pack until it clicks into place.
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I Battery cautions
NEVER incinerate used battery packs. Internal battery gas
may cause an explosion.
NEVER immerse the battery pack in water. If the battery pack
becomes wet, be sure to wipe it dry BEFORE attaching it to
the transceiver.
NEVER short terminals of the battery pack. Also, current may
flow into nearby metal objects so be careful when placing bat-
tery packs in handbags, etc.
If your battery pack seems to have no capacity even after
being 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
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
Ni-Cd
laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery
into the municipal waste stream. Call 1-800-8-BATTERY for
battery recycling options in your area or contact your dealer.
(U.S.A. only)