Motorola P110 operating instructions Short Circuit, Memory Effect Reduced Charge Capacity

P110 Portable Radios Battery Information

to ensure that the battery is charged within these tempera- ture limits. If the charger is not performing a rapid rate charge, the charger’s LED flashes red to indicate that the battery is being charged at a slow trickle rate. For additional information on batteries and battery charging, refer to the battery charger information in the service manual.

Short Circuit

Care should be taken to avoid external short-circuiting of the battery.

CAUTION

A sustained high rate discharge (e.g., a paper clip placed accidentally across the battery con- tacts) may permanently damage the battery, void the battery warranty, and create a burn or fire hazard.

Memory Effect (Reduced Charge Capacity)

The Memory Effect was a phenomenon which caused a temporary loss in battery capacity or voltage due to repeti- tive shallow discharging or low term overcharging. This Memory Effect has been virtually eliminated in Motorola batteries with the use of the latest in cell technology from our selected cell suppliers.

Nickel-Cadmium Battery Disposal

For disposition, Nickel-cadmium sealed rechargeable bat- teries should be delivered to an authorized metals reclama- tion dealer (refer to inside front cover of this manual).

WARNING

DO NOT DISPOSE OF ANY BATTERIES IN A

FIRE AS THEY MAY EXPLODE!

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