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

3.Place the battery holder into the battery compartment.

4.Replace the cover.

When Low Battery! appears on the display and the scanner beeps, or if the scanner stops operating properly, replace the batteries.

Charging Rechargeable Batteries

Your scanner has a built-in charging circuit that lets you charge rechargeable batteries while they are in the scanner. To charge rechargeable batteries, you need to use an AC adapter which supplies 6V (RadioShack Cat. No. 273-1758) or a DC adapter which supplies 6V (RadioShack Cat. No. 273-1859). Connect a size B Adaptaplug to the adapter’s cable with the tip set to positive then insert the Adaptaplug into the scanner’s PWR DC 6V jack.Ô

It takes between 14 and 16 hours to recharge Ni-MH or 7 and 8 hours to recharge Ni-Cd batteries that are fully discharged. You can operate the scanner while

CAUTIONS

•The battery holder fits only one way inside the battery compartment. Do not force it.

Ô NOTES Ô

•Do not overcharge Ni-Cd batteries. Overcharging causes them to get hot and shortens their life.

•Ni-Cd batteries last longer and deliver more power if you occasionally let them fully discharge. To do this, simply use the scanner until Low Battery! flashes on the display and the scanner beeps. Then fully charge the batteries.

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