The approximate power level of the batteries is displayed in the LCD display of the radio.
When the power level is very low, the indication "Battery Low!" appears and the battery
symbol flashes on the display. The batteries should then be recharged or replaced soon
to continue normal operation of the radio.
When the rechargeable NiMH batteries are being charged. The battery symbol in the
LCD display will animate. The charging and animation will stop automatically when the
batteries are full.
Back-up batteries (2 x AA)
Back-up batteries are used to back up the time memory when no 6 x D battery power
is used. It is necessary to insert back up batteries (2 x AA size / UM-3) for time memory
back up if you use AC power supply only. Without the back up batteries time memory
will be lost if you remove the AC power cord from AC socket or during power failure. The
back up batteries will not be charged and should be replaced after 1 year.
Replacing the fuse of the Battery Charger
The battery charger uses a fuse as a safety device, which protects the radio from
over current or excessive surging during the charging process. The fuse will blow if
something goes wrong with the charger or the battery (for example, if the battery has
been damaged). In case the charger refuses to charge the battery or the radio becomes
inoperative with batteries, you should check and replace the battery and/or the fuse.
1.
Turn off the radio and unplug the AC power cord from the mains power socket.
2. To open the battery compartment, turn the battery cover fixtures counter clockwise
to loosen and pull down the battery cover.
3.
Check the batteries carefully and make sure all of them are installed with correct
polarity (+ and -) and replace the batteries if there is any damage. Refer
to the section of "IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON CHARGING AND USING
RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES" for more detailed advises.
4.
Locate the fuse holder in the battery compartment. The cover of the fuse holder has
the word "FUSE" on it.
5.
To remove the fuse cover, use a slot head screwdriver and turn the screwdriver
counter clockwise while pressing down the fuse cover. The fuse cover should be
turned only when it is pressed down. Do not use too much force when turning the
fuse cover as this can cause damage.
6.
Replace the blown fuse with an identical new one. The fuse rating is printed beside
the fuse holder (T4AL 250V). Do not use fuse of any other type.
7.
Replace the fuse cover using a slot head screwdriver. Turn the screwdriver
clockwise carefully while pressing down the fuse cover.
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