User Manual
BMP
®
61 User’s Manual 5
Introduction
Power Source
Power Source
Power is supplied to the BMP
®
61 printer from a NiMH battery pack or from an AC power adapter.
Loading the Battery Pack
WARNING!
• Do not expose batteries to temperatures above 60
o
C (140
o
F).
• Do not disassemble or mistreat the battery pack.
• Do not attempt to replace components in the battery pack.
• Use only the BMP41-BATT rechargeable battery pack in the BMP
®
61 printer.
• Do not allow metal or other conductive materials to touch the battery terminals.
• Do not use any charger other than that specifically for use with the battery pack.
• Do not use an AC adapter other than that specifically for use with this printer.
WARNING!
• Keep the battery pack away from heat sources.
• Keep the battery pack away from water.
• Never lay objects on top of the battery pack.
• Store the battery pack in a cool, dry place.
• Keep the battery pack out of the reach of children.
• The battery pack must be recycled or disposed of properly according to
federal, state, and municipal regulations.
1. On the backside of the
printer, push down on the
release latch and swing the
battery compartment cover
up and out.
2. With the battery label facing
outward, insert the battery
pegs into the peg slots at the
top of the compartment; then
tip the battery downward into
place.
3. Re-insert the tabs on the
battery cover at the base of
the compartment and snap it
into place.
Release Latch
Battery Cover Tabs
Peg Slots