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FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing the IC-F11/S, F21/S FM transceiver.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
carefully and completely before using
the transceiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL–
This instruction manual
contains important operating instructions for the transceiver.
IMPORTANT
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CAUTION! 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 2 to 4 in. (5 to 10 cm) away from the lips and the
transceiver is vertical.
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CAUTION! NEVER
operate the transceiver with a headset or
other audio accessories at high volume levels.
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CAUTION! NEVER
short the terminals of the battery pack.
DO NOT
push the PTT when not actually desiring to transmit.
AVOID
using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas
with temperatures below +14°F (–10°C) or above +122°F (+50°C).
DO NOT
modify the transceiver for any reason.
KEEP
the transceiver from the heavy rain, and
Never
immerse it in
the water. The transceiver construction is
water resistant
, not
water proof.
The use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers may impair transceiver
performance and invalidate the warranty.
FCC caution:
Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not
expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to op-
erate this transceiver under FCC regulations.
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