Icom IC-GM1600 Instruction Manual - Page 22

7 BATTERY CHARGING (FOR ON-BOARD USE ONLY) I Battery charging Prior to using the transceiver for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged for optimum life and operation. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the transceiver, turn the power OFF while charging. • Recommended temperature range for charging: +10°C to +40°C (+50°F to +104°F) • Use the specified chargers (BC-158, BC-119N and BC-121N). NEVER use another manufacture's charger. • Use the supplied AC adapter for the BC-158. NEVER use another manufacture's adapters. D Recycling information The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Call 1-800822-8837 for battery recycling options in your area or contact your dealer. Turn the transceiver OFF when charging an attached battery pack. Otherwise, the battery pack may not become fullcharging or may not charge properly. I Battery cautions CAUTION! NEVER insert a battery pack or a trans- ceiver (with the battery pack attached) that is wet or soiled into the charger. This may result in corrosion of the charger terminals or damage to the charger. The charger is not waterproof and water can easily get into it. NEVER incinerate used battery packs. Internal battery gas may cause an explosion. NEVER immerse a battery pack in water. If the battery pack becomes wet, be sure to wipe it dry immediately (particularly the battery terminals), and especially BEFORE attaching it to the transceiver. NEVER short terminals of the battery pack. Also, current may flow into nearby metal objects, such as a necklace, etc. Those may cause burn, electric shock or fire. Therefore, be careful when carrying in a pocket, backpack or handbag, and when placing the radio near metal objects. If your battery pack seems to have no capacity even after being charged, completely discharge it by leaving the power ON overnight. Then, fully charge the battery pack again. If the battery still do not retain a charge (or very little), a new battery pack must be replaced. 17