FR1000 OWNER’S MANUAL
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
Your FR1000 Series is equipped for using a rechargeable NiMH bat- tery pack which can be recharged using an AC wall adapter (included). Initial charge time is 24 hours with a charge time of 12 hours there- after. For maximum battery life, we recommend charging the battery pack when the low battery icon comes on. Remove the charger from the radio when the charge time expires. For the location of the CHARGING JACK see page 24.
In order to ensure that the battery pack is fully charged, it is recom- mended that the battery pack be charged for at least 12 hours with the radio turned OFF.
You can also charge the rechargeable NiMH battery pack using the Dynamo Crank. To charge using the Dynamo Crank rotate rapidly the Dynamo Crank handle clockwise or
To get the best charging condition, it is recommended to charge the battery pack through the Dynamo Crank with the radio turned OFF.
1.Only use our NiMH battery pack.
2.Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries or any batteries or bat- tery packs other than the one indicated in the manual. This may cause leakage and damage to the radio.
3.For long term storage of the radio, turn the radio OFF and remove the batteries from the radio.
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