Figure 3-2. Removing tight battery cap using the second receiver as wrench.

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(5) Clean the battery contacts inside

NOTE

the receiver battery compartment with a clean,

dry rag.

If cap cannot be removed by hand,

insert the protruding flange of a second

(6) If a new battery is being installed,

compartment into

receiver's battery

wipe its contacts with a clean rag.

the slot of the tight battery cap and use

the second receiver as a wrench to

(7) Check polarity markings on battery

loosen the cap (fig. 3-2).

and insert positive (+) end first into battery

compartment (fig. 3-4).

(8) Thread battery cap onto battery

(3) Turn receiver to allow old battery

compartment and screw it on until a resistance

to drop out if one is present.

is felt. Turn the battery cap clockwise approxi-

mately one more turn to the white index mark

(4) Clean the battery's contacts with a

located on top of the battery compartment (fig.

clean rag (fig. 3-3). If the battery's contacts are

3-4) to assure contact.

very dirty corroded, or covered with a film,

refer to paragraphs 3-4 and 3-5 for replacement

criteria and cleaning instructions.

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Figure 3-2. Removing tight battery cap using the second receiver as wrench.

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