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CAUTION: DO NOT
expose the transceiver to heavy rain, and
never immerse it in water. The transceiver meets IP57 requirements
for dust-protection and splash resistance. However, once the
transceiver has been dropped, dust protection and splash
resistance cannot be guaranteed due to the fact that the transceiver
maybecracked,orthewaterproofsealdamaged,andsoon.
DO NOT
place or leave the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas
withtemperaturesbelow–10°C(–14˚F)60°C(+140˚F).
Keep the transceiver in a secure place to prevent use by
unauthorizedpersons.
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DANGER! NEVER
shorttheterminalsofthebatterypack.
Shorting may occur if the terminals touch metal objects such
asakey,sobecarefulwhenplacingthebatterypacks(orthe
transceiver) in bags, and so on. Carry them so that shorting cannot
occur with metal objects. Shorting may damage not only the battery
pack,butalsothetransceiver.
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DANGER! NEVER
useorchargeIcombatterypackswithnon-
Icomtransceiversornon-Icomchargers.OnlyIcombatterypacks
are tested and approved for use with Icom transceivers or charged
withIcomchargers.Usingthird-partyorcounterfeitbatterypacksor
chargersmaycausesmoke,fire,orcausethebatterytoburst.
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DANGER! NEVER
operate the transceiver near unshielded
electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.
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WARNING! NEVER
hold the transceiver so that the antenna is
very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body, especially the
face or eyes, while transmitting. The transceiver will perform best if
the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) away from the lips and
the transceiver is vertical.
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WARNING! NEVER
operate the transceiver with a headset
or other audio accessories at high volume levels. The continuous
high volume operation may cause a ringing in your ears. If you
experience the ringing, reduce the volume level or discontinue use.
CAUTION: DO NOT
useharshsolventssuchasBenzineoralcohol
when cleaning. This could damage the equipment surfaces. If the
surface becomes dusty or dirty, wipe it clean with a soft, dry cloth.
CAUTION: DO NOT
place or leave the transceiver in excessively
dusty environments. This could damage the transceiver.
CAUTION:
InCanada,useof8.33kHzChannelSpacingofthis
radio is strictly prohibited and shall not be used.
FCC caution:
Changesormodificationstothistransceiver,not
expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to
operate this transceiver under FCC regulations. (USA only)
PRECAUTIONS
Icom,IcomInc.andIcomlogoareregisteredtrademarksofIcomIncorporated
(Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France,
Spain, Russia, Australia, New Zealand, and/or other countries.
AndroidandGooglePlayareregisteredtrademarksortrademarksofGoogle
Inc.
iOSisatrademarkorregisteredtrademarkofCiscointheU.S.andother
countries and is used under license.
The Bluetooth
®
wordmarkandlogosareregisteredtrademarksownedby
BluetoothSIG,Inc.andanyuseofsuchmarksbyIcomInc.isunderlicense.
Othertrademarksandtradenamesarethoseoftheirrespectiveowners.
3M,PELTOR,andWSaretrademarksof3MCompany.
Allotherproductsorbrandsareregisteredtrademarksortrademarksoftheir
respective holders.