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4.3 BATTERIES AND CHARGERS
If the radio has never been used, or its charge is depleted, it may be charged by
connecting the CD-50 Charger Cradle with the PA-45B Battery Charger, as
shown in the illustration. If 12V DC power is available, the supplied E-DC-30
DC Cable with 12 V Cigarette Lighter Plug may be used for charging the bat-
tery. The PA-45B and E-DC-30 will charge a completely discharged FNB-115LI
battery pack in approximately 3 hours.
The FNB-115LI is a high performance Li-Ion battery providing high capacity in
a compact package.
CAUTION
To avoid risk of explosion and injury, FNB-115LI battery pack should
only be removed, charged or recharged in non-hazardous environments.
4.3.1 BATTERY SAFETY
Battery packs for your transceiver contain Li-Ion batteries. This type of battery
stores a charge powerful enough to be dangerous if misused or abused, espe-
cially when removed from the transceiver. Please observe the following pre-
cautions:
DO NOT SHORT BATTERY PACK TERMINALS: Shorting the terminals that
power the transceiver can cause sparks, severe overheating, burns, and bat-
tery cell damage. If the short is of sufficient duration, it is possible to melt
battery components. Do not place a loose battery pack on or near metal sur-
faces or objects such as paper clips, keys, tools, etc. When the battery pack is
installed on the transceiver, the terminals that transfer current to the trans-
ceiver are not exposed. The terminals that are exposed on the battery pack
when it is mounted on the transceiver are charging terminals only and do not
constitute a hazard.
DO NOT INCINERATE: Do not dispose of any battery in a fire or incinerator.
The heat of fire may cause battery cells to explode and/or release dangerous
gases.
Battery Maintenance
For safe and proper battery use, please observe the following:
 Battery packs should be charged only in non-hazardous environments;
 Use only STANDARD HORIZON-approved batteries;
 Use only a STANDARD HORIZON approved charger. The use of any
other charger may cause permanent damage to the battery.
 Follow charging instructions provided with the chargers.
 Keep the battery contacts clean and dry.