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If the green light and/or the cooling fan do not turn on or if the green light flashes:
• The batteries may not be loaded properly. Reload the batteries, firmly pressing each battery down to the bottom of the
charging pocket.
• The batteries may be damaged. Discontinue use of these batteries.
• The charger is outside of its operating temperature. If for example, you leave your charger inside a car during summer
or winter, the charger temperature may fall outside this range. Allow charger to come to room temperature before re-
starting.
• This manual contains important safety and operating
instructions.
• Before using battery charger, read all instructions and
cautionary markings on the battery charger, battery,
and product using battery.
• To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these
instructions and those marked on the charger and
battery.
• The batteries will become warm during charging. Use
caution when handling.
• To reduce risk of injury, charge only I-C3, NiMH and
NiCd rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries
may burst causing personal injury and damage.
• Never attempt to charge single-use alkaline or zinc
carbon batteries.
• Do not charge Rechargeable Alkaline (Renewal)
batteries in this charger.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger
from the outlet before cleaning. Never immerse the
charger in water or any other liquid. Do not expose
charger to rain or snow.
• Never disassemble the charger or alter the plug. This
may cause electric shock.
Important Safety Instructions
23-038
23-039
+
–
+
–
Your incredible I-C3 rechargeable system charges
either AA or AAA I-C3 batteries in 15 minutes
or less. It can also NiMH or NiCd batteries overnight.
The 23-038 charges up to two batteriesat a time, and
the 23-039 charges up to four batteries.
15 Minute
IC3 Chargers
23-038 & 23-039
1. Place the batteries in charging pocket
according to the polarity markings (+/ –
). Insert the positive (+) end first, and
then press down on the negative (–)
flat end until the battery is securely in
place.
2. Swing out the plug on the back of the
charger, and then plug the charger into
a standard wall outlet.
23-038
1. Place the batteries in charging pocket according to the polarity
markings (+/ –). Insert the positive (+) end first, and then press down
on the negative (–) flat end until the battery is securely in place.
2. Plug the small end of the adaptor cord into the top of the charger, and
then plug the adaptor into a standard wall outlet.
To charge in the car, plug the small end of the car adaptor cord into the
top of the charger and plug the large end of the car adaptor into your
car lighter power port.
23-039
• The green LED light and the cooling fan will come on
to indicate batteries are charging. The light and the
cooling fan will turn off when charging is complete.
• When charging is complete, you may continue to
trickle charge the batteries by leaving them in the
charger. If you unplug the charger, remove the
batteries.
• You will hear the cooling fan when the charger is
operating (only when charging I-C3 batteries.)
• Your charger was designed for use with I-C3 15
Minute Rechargeable Batteries. You will get optimum
battery performance and the fastest charging with
these batteries.
• Regular rechargeable NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) or
NiCd (Nickel Cadmium) AA or AAA size batteries may
be used in this charger, but will need to charge
overnight.
• You can charge AA and AAA size batteries at the
same time.
• Do not charge I-C3 15 Minute Rechargeable
Batteries and regular NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride)
batteries at the same time.
• I-C3 batteries gradually lose power when stored and
not in use. For optimal performance, recharge prior to
using.
• You do not have to completely drain I-C3 batteries
prior to recharging.
Operation Notes
This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for one (1) year from the date of purchase from RadioShack company-owned stores
and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS
PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE
CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN
IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
In the event of a product defect during the warranty period, take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store. RadioShack will, at its option, unless
otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor; (b) replace the product with one of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase price. All
replaced parts and products, and products on which a refund is made, become the property of RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service.
Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period. You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty
period.
This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse, accident, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation or
maintenance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility; (c) consumables such as fuses or
batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f) costs of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state
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