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IMPORTANT
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
carefully and completely before
using the transceiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL—
This instruction
manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-F50V
vhf
transceiver
and IC-F60V
uhf
transceiver
.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
WORD
DEFINITION
R
DANGER!
Personal death, serious injury or an explo-
sion may occur.
R
WARNING!
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock
may occur.
CAUTION
Equipment damage may occur.
NOTE
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
of personal injury, fire or electric shock.
OPERATING NOTES
• When transmitting with a portable radio, hold the radio in a vertical
position with its microphone 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) away from your
mouth. Keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) from your head and
body.
• If you wear a portable two-way radio on your body, ensure that the
antenna is at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) from your body when transmitting.
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