Icom IC-M88 Two-Way Radio User Manual


 
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BATTERY CHARGING
Optional BP-226 battery case
When using the optional battery case attached to the trans-
ceiver, install 5 × AA (R6) size alkaline batteries as illustrated
at right. The IC-M88 meets JIS waterproof specication grade
7. However, the BP-226 meets JIS waterproof specication
grade 4.
q Hook your nger under the latch, and open the cover in the
direction of the arrow (q). (Fig.1)
w Then, install 5 × AA (R6) size alkaline batteries. (Fig.2)
Install the alkaline batteries only.
Be sure to observe the correct polarity.
Do not pin the ribbon under the batteries.
e Close the cover with tting in the direction of the arrow (w)
rst, then rm the latch in place (e). (Fig.1)
Be sure to the gasket and the ribbon are set correctly,
and do not protrude out of the battery case. (Fig.3)
CAUTION:
When installing batteries, make sure they are all the
same brand, type and capacity. Also, do not mix new and
old batteries together.
Keep battery contacts clean. Its a good idea to clean
battery terminals once a week.
q
w
e
BP-226
Latch
Fig.1
Fig.2
Ribbon
Fig.3
Gasket
Ribbon
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