12 RC400 GPS Chartplotter
Installing the Batteries
When used portably, the RC400 can be powered by the supplied four (4)
Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) batteries or with four (4) AA alkaline cells
(not supplied), using the supplied Battery Tray.
Note: The RC400 was designed to be used with all Ni-MH or all alkaline
battery cells only. Do not mix or use any other battery types.
➤ To install batteries:
1. Remove the battery tray as shown in Figure 2-2 .
2. Locate the Battery Type switch on the inside of the chartplotter adja-
cent to the chart card (if already installed) and turn to the appropriate
position: ALKALINE or RECHARGEABLE.
Figure 2-3: Locating the BATTERY TYPE Switch
3. Noting the proper orientation, install the 4 cells into the Battery Tray.
4. Noting the proper orientation shown in Figure 2-2 , replace the Bat-
tery Cover and tighten the retaining screw.
5. Push the battery tray into the RC400. The tray will only install one
way: The raised fin on one edge of the Battery Cover must be inserted
over the BATTERY TYPE label so that there will be sufficient room
for the chart card.
6. Turn the screw at the base of the battery case clockwise to the LOCK
position.
BATTERY TYPE switch
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