User manual ICOM BC-160

[. . . ] INSTRUCTIONS BC-160 DESKTOP CHARGER Thank you for purchasing the BC-160 DESKTOP The BC-160 charges a Li-Ion battery pack in approx. [. . . ] · NEVER use the charger when it is covered by objects which impede heat dispersal. · Place the charger in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by children. · AVOID charging in conditions of extreme cold (under 0°C; +32°F) or extreme heat (over +45°C; +113°F). · Keep the charger away from TV sets or radios to prevent interference. Make sure battery and charger contacts are always clean, otherwise batteries may not fully charge. BATTERY PACK CHARGING AC adapter (Not supplied with some versions. ) Battery pack only Battery pack with transceiver Optional OPC-515L (for 13. 8 V power source) or CP-17L (for 12 V cigarette lighter socket) can be used instead of the AC adapter. Turn power OFF IMPORTANT!: Ensure the guide lobs on the battery pack are correctly aligned with the guide rails inside the charger. charging period BP-230 : 1. 5 hours BP-231 : 2 hours BP-232 : 3 hours · LED indication Orange : During rapid charging Green : Rapid charging is completed Red (blink) : The inserted battery pack or the charger has problem. *When the LED indicator does not light even after a battery pack is inserted properly, the battery pack may have a problem. Recommendation Li-Ion batteries are different from Ni-Cd batteries in that it is not necessary to completely charge and discharge them to prolong the battery life. [. . . ] and the , are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in the United States and/or other countries. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan A-6381D-1EX Printed in Japan © 2004 Icom Inc. [. . . ]