Radio Shack PRO-84 User Manual

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7The BasicsWarning: Set the ALKALINE/RECHARGEABLEswitch to RECHARGEABLE only when using nickelcadmium (Ni-Cd) or nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH)rechargeable batteries. Never attempt to rechargenon-rechargeable batteries. Non-rechargeablebatteries can get hot or explode if you try torecharge them.Cautions:• Use only fresh batteries of the required size andrecommended type.• Always remove old or weak batteries. Batteriescan leak chemicals that destroy electroniccircuits.• Do not mix old and new batteries, differenttypes of batteries (standard, alkaline, orrechargeable), or rechargeable batteries ofdifferent capacities.When flashes and the scanner beeps every15 seconds, replace both batteries.Warning: Always dispose of old batteries promptlyand properly. Do not bury or burn them.using rechargeable batteriesYou can also use two rechargeable batteries topower your scanner. Before you use Ni-Cd or Ni-MHbatteries, you must charge them.