21LSQT1426We recommend using Panasonic batteries. (VW-VBJ10)If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product.CAUTIONDanger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with thesame or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of usedbatteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.Do not heat or expose to flame.Do not leave the battery in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a longperiod of time with doors and windows closed.●●The battery is not charged at the time of purchase. Be sure to charge itbefore use.For charging time (P.22)If the status indicator does the following:Does not flash:Remove and reinsert the battery, and disconnect and reconnect the AC adaptor.If the status indicator still does not flash, contact your dealer.Flashes rapidly at approx. 0.25 seconds intervals:The battery cannot be charged. Try doing the following:Remove and reinsert the battery, and try recharging the battery.The battery temperature or surrounding temperature is too high/low, therefore wait untilthe unit and the battery are at suitable temperatures and try recharging the battery.If battery charging still does not commence, contact your dealer.Flashes slowly at approx. 3 seconds intervals:Charging requires time for the following reasons:The battery has been excessively discharged.The battery temperature or ambient temperature is too high/low.If power to the unit is activated while the battery is charging, the AC powersupply will be used and charging interrupted.••••●6 Open the terminal cover.7 Plug the DC plug into the DCinput terminal on the unit.Status indicatorFlashing red at approx. 1 secondintervals: Charging in progressOff: Charging complete