Kenwood TK-3160 User Manual

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LKALINE
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ATTERIES
◆ Do not install batteries in a hazardous environment where sparks
could cause an explosion.
◆ Never discard old batteries in fire; extremely high temperatures
can cause batteries to explode.
◆ Do not short circuit the battery case terminals.
◆ Do not use commercially available rechargeable batteries.
Note:
◆ If you do not plan to use the transceiver for a long period, remove
the batteries from the battery case.
◆ This battery case has been designed for transmitting at a power
of approximately 1 W (the low power setting on your transceiver).
If you want to transmit a stronger signal (using the high power
setting on your transceiver), use an optional rechargeable battery
pack.
To open the battery case,
press on the 2 tabs on the
upper rear of the case then
pull the 2 halves apart.
Insert 6 AA (LR 6) alkaline
batteries into the battery
case.
Be sure to match the polarities
with those marked in the bottom
of the battery case.
Align the tabs of the cover
with the base, then push
down on the cover until it
locks in place.