Optional Bp-226 Battery Case - Icom IC-M88 Instruction Manual

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BATTERY CHARGING

■ Optional BP-226 battery case

When using the optional battery case attached to the trans-
ceiver, install 5 × AA (LR6) size alkaline batteries as il-
lustrated at right. The BP-226 is constructed to the IPX4
waterproof standard (IEC 60529, 2001).
q Hook your finger under the latch, and open the cover in the
direction of the arrow (q). (Fig.1)
w Then, install 5 × AA (R6) size alkaline batteries. (Fig.2)
• Install the alkaline batteries only.
• Be sure to observe the correct polarity.
• Be sure to pin the ribbon under the batteries. Leave enough of
the ribbon ends extended, to pull when removing the batteries.
e Close the cover with fitting in the direction of the arrow (w)
first, then firm the latch in place (e). (Fig.1)
• Be sure to the gasket and the ribbon are set correctly, and do
not protrude out of the battery case. (Fig.3)
CAUTION:
• When installing batteries, make sure they are all the
same brand, type and capacity. Also, do not mix new
and old batteries together.
• Keep battery contacts clean. It's a good idea to occa-
sionally clean them.
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Fig.1 BP-226
q
w
Fig.2
Ribbon
Fig.3
Latch
e
Gasket
Ribbon