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BATTERIES
The detector requires a single
Rechargeable batteries can also be used.
If you wish to use rechargeable batteries, we recommend using a Nickel Metal Hydride rechargeable battery.
The battery compartment is located on the back side of the housing.
Slide the battery door to the side and remove it to expose the battery compartment.
BATTERY LIFE
Expect 20 to 25 hours of life from a
SPEAKER VOLUME AND BATTERY CHARGE
You may notice the speaker volume drop while one battery segment is illuminated.
With only the battery outline visible, low speaker volume will be very apparent.
BATTERY INDICATOR
The
Segments Illuminated | Battery Voltage | |
3 | more than 8.9 volts | |
2 | more than 7.9 volts | |
1 |
| less than 6.9 volts |
After all segments disappear, expect the detector to shut off within 10 minutes.
A rechargeable battery will usually illuminate 2 or 3 segments throughout most of its useful charge. But as soon as it drains to the
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