BATTERY INSTALLATION. First Alert WX-26

Battery Installation

The WX-268 uses 5 AA batteries for back-up power. It can run on non-rechargeable alkaline, or rechargeable Nickel Cadmium (Ni-Cad) or Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries. Use the slide switch located inside the battery compartment (Fig. 1) to select the battery type. To select “Alkaline” when alkaline batteries are installed, push the switch to the right. To select “Ni-Cad” when using rechargeable batteries, push the switch to the left. (See Fig. 1). It is recommended that rechargeable batteries be replaced every three years.

DO NOT CHARGE ALKALINE BATTERIES!

Always set the battery select switch to “Alkaline” before installing alkaline batteries. Using the “NiCad” setting with alkaline batteries may cause batteries to leak and present a a fire hazard.

To install or replace the batteries:

- Turn the unit upside down. Locate the battery compartment door tab

(Fig. 2), press down on the door tab and lift the cover up to open

- Insert the batteries into the battery compartment. Be sure to follow the polarity markings. (Fig. 3)

- Replace the cover.

Fig. 2

Fig. 3

NOTES: Rechargeable batteries must be charged for at least 24 hours

NiCad Alkaline NiCad Alkaline before they are ready. Rechargeable

Fig. 1 batteries provide approximately 8-15 hours of operation time. Non-rechargeable alkaline batteries will provide up to 24 hours of operation time. To maintain maximum backup time, do not disconnect AC power supply from the unit while in use. Remove the batteries when the unit is not used for a prolonged period of time.

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