Radio Shack Pro-97 1,000 - Manual (Page 13)

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The Basics
recommend RadioShack nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH)
batteries.
You must charge rechargeable batteries before you use them
the fi rst time. See “Charging Rechargeable Batteries”.
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.
The battery holder fi ts 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.
Warning! Warning!
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