OPERATING TIPS
The following conditions tend to reduce the effective range of
•Operating the radio in low areas of terrain or while under power lines or bridges.
•Operating the radio inside of a vehicle or in a metal or steel framed building unless using an outside antenna.
•Obstructions such as mountains or buildings between the sending and receiving parties.
In areas where transmission or reception is poor, some improvements may be obtained by insuring that the antenna is vertical. Moving a few yards in another direction or moving to a higher elevation may also improve communication.
BATTERY PACKS
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
After receiving a new rechargeable battery pack, it should be fully charged before placing it into service. This also applies to rechargeable batteries that have been stored for long periods. When the battery pack requires charging, the radio will signal the operator with an alert tone and the radio will
display 
in its LCD.
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