Roberts Radio Gemini 49 RD-49 - Manual (Page 5)

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Battery operation using alkaline batteries
1. Remove the battery cover on the back of the unit by sliding the cover
in the direction of the arrow.
2. Insert six LR6 (AA size) alkaline batteries into the spaces in the
compartment. Take care to ensure all batteries are inserted with the
correct polarity as shown inside the battery compartment.
3. Slide the battery switch to the Alkaline position and then replace the
battery cover.
• Important: when using alkaline batteries the battery switch must
be placed in the alkaline position. Failure to do so could result
in serious damage to the batteries or radio.
• Reduced power, distortion and a ‘stuttering’ sound are all signs that
the batteries may need replacing.
• If the radio is not to be used for any extended period of time it is
recommended that the batteries are removed from the radio.
• We.would.recommend.for.economy.that.the.RD-49.is.used.via.the.AC.
adaptor.whenever.possible.with.battery.operation.for.occasional.or.
stand-by.use.only..If.extended.listening.using.batteries.is.anticipated,.
then.the.use.of.rechargeable.batteries.is.recommended.
Battery operation using rechargeable batteries
1. Remove the battery cover on the back of the unit by sliding the cover
in the direction of the arrow.
2. Insert six Rechargeable LR6 (AA size) batteries into the spaces in the
compartment. Take care to ensure all batteries are inserted with the
correct polarity as shown inside the battery compartment. The radio is
designed to be used with Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) rechargeable
batteries.
3. Slide the battery switch to the Rechargeable position and then replace
the battery cover.
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