Your New Radio; Batteries And Battery Charging - Motorola XTR446 User Manual

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Your New Radio

The Motorola XTR446 two-way radio operates on
PMR446 frequencies, and can be used in any country
where PMR446 frequencies are authorized, subject to
applicable regulations. This license-free, two-way radio
service is for family and group recreational use. Use of
this radio outside the country where it was intended to
be distributed is subject to government regulations and
may be prohibited. Read this manual carefully and
make sure you know how to operate the radio properly
before use.
Please retain your original dated sales receipt for your
records. For warranty service of your Motorola two-way
radio you will need to provide a copy of your dated
sales receipt to confirm warranty status.

Batteries and Battery Charging

The XTR446 radio operates with 4 AAA Alkaline
batteries or a Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH)
rechargeable battery pack (supplied with your radio).
Caution: Do not disassemble the NiMH battery
pack.
Note: Remove batteries before storing your radio for
extended periods. Batteries corrode over time
and may cause permanent damage to your
radio. Exercise caution when handling batteries
that are leaking. Dispose of exhausted batteries
at a designated battery disposal unit and not in
the household waste.
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Installing the Batteries
1.Lift the battery latch to
release the battery cover.
2.Insert 4 AAA Alkaline
batteries as shown by the
markings inside the
battery compartment.
Alternatively insert the
NiMH pack so that the
charge contacts are facing
outwards to connect with contacts on the battery
cover.
3.Reposition battery cover and press battery latch
down until it clicks into place.
Twin Charger
The provides drop-in charging for two radios fitted with
NiMH batteries. The charger can be placed on any flat
surface, such as a desk or workbench. Charge the
NiMH battery overnight (16 hours) before using it for
the first time.
Caution: Ensure that the radio is switched
OFF before placing the radio in the
charger.
1.Connect the AC adapter to the socket on the rear of
the charger.
2.Plug the AC power supply into a standard electrical
outlet.
3.Place the radio into the charger pocket with the key-
pad facing forward. The red LED will illuminate if the
radio is properly inserted and will remain illuminated
as long as the radio remains in the charger.
4.Charge the battery for 16 hours and then remove the
radio from the charger.