245BATTERY CASE12345678910111213141516■ Optional battery case (BP-240)When using the optional battery case attached to the trans-ceiver, install 6 × AAA (LR03) size alkaline batteries as illus-trated at right.q Unhook the battery cover release hook (q), and open thecover in the direction of the arrow (w). (Fig.1)w Then, install 6 × AAA (LR03) size alkaline batteries.(Fig.2)• Install the alkaline batteries only.• Be sure to observe the correct polarity.e Fit the cover in the direction of the arrow (e), then close(r). And hook the battery cover release hook until itmakes a ‘click’ sound (t). (Fig.3)CAUTION:• When installing batteries, make sure they are all thesame brand, type and capacity. Also, do not mix new andold batteries together.• Keep battery terminals clean. It’s a good idea to occa-sionally clean them.• Never incinerate used battery cells since internal batterygas may cause them to rupture.• Never expose a detached battery case to water. If the bat-tery case gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before using it.NOTE: When the optional battery case is attached, thebattery type must be selected to “DRY BATT” when turningthe transceiver ON. (p. 11)qBP-240wFig.1Fig.2Fig.3ert