Radio Receiver R-1218/UR or R-1518/UR

TM 32-5895-206-10

battery condition of the components as indicated below. Replace

or install the batteries as needed. Battery life may vary widely,

depending on use conditions.

a. Radio Receiver R-1218/UR or R-1518/UR. Approximate

battery life: R-1218/UR, 12 operating hours; R-1518/UR, 8

operating hours. Set the POWER switch to INT. Set the

FUNCTION switch to AM. Depress the PWR CHK switch and

read the battery condition on the panel meter. If the meter reads

in the red (REPLACE) range, replace the batteries as follows:

(1) Set the FUNCTION switch to OFF. Remove rear

battery compartment cover as shown in figure 2-8.

(2) Remove discharged batteries.

Dispose of

discharged nonrechargeable BA-30 batteries. Save discharged

rechargeable batteries (not normally used).

WARNING

Battery leaks result in corrosive deposits that

may cause skin injury. Be extremely careful

not to contact deposits with bare hands. If

contacted, wash hands immediately. Do not

wipe eyes until hands are washed.

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