Midland Radio UHF HANDHELD TRANSCEIVER 70-440BP - Manual (Page 18)

70-440 User manual
Page. 18
• When possible charge battery packs only when they are completely discharged, i.e. when the “low
battery” icon flashes steadily.
• Do not remove the battery from the charger before the necessary time to provide a full charge.
• Provide at least two deep charge/discharge cycles per month.
Warnings for battery and chargers use
Please use these cautions to avoid damaging battery packs or the transceiver:
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Before using the battery charger carefully read any related warning or caution.
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Do not short battery terminals: this may cause fire, burns or explosions.
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Never dispose batteries into fire they may explode causing fire, burns or explosions. Strictly
follow any disposal regulation of your Country.
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Use only authorized batteries and chargers. The use of non-authorized accessories may cause
burns, fire or explosions causing serious damages to the radio/battery or serious injuries to
people.
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Battery chargers are for indoor use only.
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Be certain that your power source matches the rating listed for the supplied battery charger
(AC Adapter). If you are not sure, check with your dealer or with your local power company.
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To avoid damaging the power cable of the battery charger, do not put anything on it or place it
where it will be walked on. Insert the plug in socket provided with earth connection.
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Avoid strong shocks. Do not use the charger if it received a strong shock, has fallen down or it
appears damaged; immediately contact an authorized service station.
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Never try to disassemble or service the charger by yourself. Always contact your local dealer
for assistance.
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To reduce the risk of electric shocks disconnect the plug before providing any cleaning or
maintenance. Grasp the plug (not the cable) to remove the plug from the socket. The use of
non-suitable extension can cause fire or electric shocks.
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Do not expose batteries directly to temperatures below -20°C (-4°F) or greater than 35°C (95°F)
during their use and do not charge them outside the range of +5 to +55°C.
Radio maintenance
Cleaning battery packs
Wipe the battery contacts with a clean and lint free cloth to remove dirt, grease or any other material that
may prevent a good electrical contact. If contacts are very dirty you can also wipe them using a soft pencil
rubber (not hard erasers for ink!). If you feel that battery contacts aren’t still working properly, please
contact your authorized dealer.
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Do not use liquid, alcohol or aerosol cleaners.