Radio Shack PRO-97 manual Never install non-rechargeable batteries

The Basics

recommend RadioShack nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries.

You must charge rechargeable batteries before you use them the first time. See “Charging Rechargeable Batteries”.

Warning!	Never install non-rechargeable batteries in the
	rechargeable yellow battery holder. Non-Rechargeable
	batteries can get hot or explode if you try to recharge
	them.
Notes	The battery holder fits only one way. Do not force it.
	Use only fresh batteries of the required size and
	recommended type.
	Always remove old or weak batteries. Batteries can leak
	chemicals that destroy electronic circuits.
	Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of
	batteries (alkaline or rechargeable), or rechargeable
	batteries of different capacities.
	If you do not plan to use the scanner with batteries for a
	month or longer, remove the batteries. Batteries can leak
	chemicals that can destroy electronic parts.

Follow these steps to install the batteries.

1.Press in on the battery compartment cover on the back of the scanner and slide the cover down to remove it.

2.Pull the battery holder out of the battery compartment.

3.If you are using non-rechargeable batteries, place them into the black holder, as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and -) marked on the holder.

If you are using rechargeable batteries, place them into the yellow holder as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and -) marked on the holder.

4.Place the battery holder into the battery compartment.

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