Section Iv Before Operation - Icom IC-505 Operation Manual

SECTION IV BEFORE OPERATION
Please use either size-C dry cells (nine cells), Nickel-Cadmium battery pack (IC-BP10), or
external power supply with 13.8V DC such as a car battery or regulated power supply.
Load nine cells in the pack. | |
Follow procedure below to load cells into battery pack. Nine size-C cells are included in the
accessory kit.
1. How to load cells:
(1) Remove battery pack from
transceiver.
(1)
(2) Slide the cover open. (When cover
is opened approx. 1/3 of its length,
it locks, and prevents sliding).
(3) Place the nine cells in correct
position according to indicated
polarity. | i
(4) Close cover and place the battery
pack in position. .
2. Battery replacement interval: | T
Check voltage level with Light/Meter switch, and replace cells if meter reading falls below
the red zone. If meter reading drops excessively in the transmit mode, replace cells.
NOTE:
Replace all nine cells at one time. Also, do not intermix new and old cells, or
battery life may be shortened or other problems may occur. If the 1C-505 will not
be used for long periods of time, remove the cells to prevent leakage.
Nickel-Cadmium rechargeable battery pack IC-BP10 (optional)