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Battery caution
Misuse of Li-ion batteries may result in the following
hazards: smoke, fi re, or the battery may rupture. Misuse
can also cause damage to the battery or degradation of
battery performance.
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DANGER! NEVER
solder the battery terminals, or
NEVER
modify the battery pack. This may cause heat
generation, and the battery may burst, emit smoke or catch
fi re.
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DANGER! NEVER
leave battery pack in places with
temperatures above +60°C (+140°F). High temperature
buildup in the battery, such as could occur near fi res or
stoves, inside a sun heated car, or in direct sunlight for long
periods of time may cause the battery to rupture or catch
fi re. Excessive temperatures may also degrade battery
performance or shorten battery life.
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DANGER! DO NOT
strike or otherwise impact the
battery. Do not use the battery if it has been severely
impacted or dropped, or if the battery has been subjected to
heavy pressure. Battery damage may not be visible on the
outside of the case. Even if the surface of the battery does
not show cracks or any other damage, the cells inside the
battery may rupture or catch fi re.
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DANGER! DO NOT
expose the battery to rain, snow,
seawater, or any other liquids. Do not charge or use a wet
battery. If the battery gets wet, be sure to wipe it dry before
using.
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DANGER! KEEP
battery packs away from fi re. Fire or
heat may cause them to rupture or explode. Dispose of
used battery packs in accordance with local regulations.
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DANGER!
Use the battery only with the transceiver for
which it is specifi ed. Never use a battery with any other
equipment, or for any purpose that is not specifi ed in this
instruction manual.
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DANGER!
If fl uid from inside the battery gets in your
eyes, blindness can result. Rinse your eyes with clean
water, without rubbing them, and go to a doctor immediately.
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WARNING! NEVER
put the battery in a microwave oven,
high-pressure container, or in an induction heating cooker.
This could cause a fi re, overheating, or cause the battery to
rupture.
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WARNING!
Immediately stop using the battery if it emits
an abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored or deformed. If
any of these conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or
distributor.
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WARNING!
Immediately wash, using clean water, any
part of the body that comes into contact with fl uid from
inside the battery.
CAUTION:
Always use the battery pack within the specifi ed
temperature range, for the transceiver, (–30°C ~ +60°C
(–22°F ~ +140°F)), and the battery pack itself (–20°C ~
+60°C (–4°F ~ +140°F)). Using the battery out of its
specifi ed temperature range will reduce the battery’s
performance and battery life. Please note that the specifi ed
temperature range of the battery may exceed that of the
transceiver. In such cases, the transceiver may not work
properly because it is out of its operating temperature
range.
CAUTION:
Shorter battery life could occur if the battery is
left fully charged, completely discharged, or in an excessive
temperature environment (above +50°C (+122°F)) for
an extended period of time. If the battery pack must be
left unused for a long time, it must be detached from the
transceiver after discharging. You may use the battery pack
until the remaining capacity is about half, then keep it safely
in a cool and dry place at the following temperature range:
–20°C ~ +50°C (–4°F ~ +122°F) (within a month)
–20°C ~ +40°C (–4°F ~ +104°F) (within three months)
–20°C ~ +20°C (–4°F ~ +68°F) (within a year)
BE SURE
to replace the battery pack with a new one
approximately fi ve years after manufacturing, even if it still
holds a charge. The inside battery material will become
weak after a period of time, even with little use. The
estimated number of times you can charge the battery is
between 300 and 500. Even when the battery appears to
be fully charged, the operating time of the transceiver may
become short when:
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Approximately fi ve years have passed since the battery was
manufactured.
• The battery has been repeatedly charged.
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Charging caution
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DANGER! NEVER
charge the battery pack in areas with
extremely high temperatures, such as near fi res or stoves,
inside a sun-heated vehicle, or in direct sunlight. In such
environments, the safety/protection circuit in the battery will
activate, causing the battery to stop charging.
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WARNING! NEVER
charge the transceiver during a
lightning storm. It may result in an electric shock, cause a
fi re or damage the transceiver. Always disconnect the power
adapter before a storm.
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WARNING! NEVER
charge or leave the battery in the
battery charger beyond the specifi ed time for charging. If
the battery is not completely charged by the specifi ed time,
stop charging and remove the battery from the battery
charger. Continuing to charge the battery beyond the
specifi ed time limit may cause a fi re, overheating, or the
battery may rupture.
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WARNING! NEVER
insert the transceiver (battery
attached to the transceiver) into the charger if it is wet or
soiled. This could corrode the battery charger terminals or
damage the charger. The charger is not waterproof.
NOTE:
Charge the battery pack within the specifi ed
temperature range: BC-214 and BC-219 (+16˚C ~ +40˚C
(+60.8˚F ~ +104˚F)). Otherwise, the charging time will be
longer, but the battery will not reach a full charge. While
charging, at a point after the temperature goes out of the
specifi ed range, the charging will automatically stop.
PRECAUTIONS (continued)
SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION
W ARNING
Your Icom radio generates RF electromagnetic energy while transmitting. This radio is designed for
and classifi ed as for “Occupational Use Only.” This means it must be used only during the course of
employment by individuals aware of the hazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards. This radio is
NOT intended for use by the “General Population” in an uncontrolled environment. This radio has been
tested and complies with the FCC and IC RF exposure limits for “Occupational Use Only”. In addition,
your Icom radio complies with the following Standards and Guidelines with regard to RF energy and
electromagnetic energy levels and evaluation of such levels for exposure to humans:
• FCC KDB Publication 447498 D03, Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency
Electromagnetic Fields.
• American National Standards Institute (C95.1-1992), IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to
Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz.
• American National Standards Institute (C95.3-1992), IEEE Recommended Practice for the Measurement of Potentially
Hazardous Electromagnetic Fields– RF and Microwave.
• The antennas, batteries, belt clips, speaker-microphone, and other accessories that are listed in “OPTIONS” on the
INSTRUCTIONS sheet, are authorized for use with this product. Use of accessories other than those specifi ed may result in
RF exposure levels exceeding the FCC and IC requirements for wireless RF exposure.
• Health Canada Safety Code 6 - Limits of Human Exposure to Electromagnetic Energy in the Frequency Range from 3 kHz to
300 GHz.
CAU TION
To ensure that your expose to RF electromagnetic energy is within the FCC and IC allowable limits for
occupational use, always adhere to the following guidelines:
DO NOT
operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this may damage the radio and may
also cause you to exceed FCC and IC RF exposure limits. A proper antenna is the antenna supplied with
this radio by the manufacturer or an antenna specifi cally authorized by the manufacturer for use with this
radio.
DO NOT
transmit for more than 50% of the total radio use time (“50% duty cycle”). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can
cause FCC and IC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the LED indicator
lights red. You can cause the radio to transmit by pushing the “PTT” switch.
ALWAYS keep
the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away from the body when transmitting, and only use the Icom belt-clips
listed in “OPTIONS” of the INSTRUCTIONS sheet when attaching the radio to your belt, or other place, to ensure FCC and IC
RF exposure compliance requirements are not exceeded.
The information listed above provides the user with the information needed to make him or her aware of RF exposure, and
what to do to assure that this radio operates within the FCC and IC RF exposure limits of this radio.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy that can possibly cause interference with other devices or
systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so.
DO NOT
operate the
transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.
Occupational/Controlled Use
The radio transmitter is used in situations in which persons are exposed as a consequence of their employment, provided
those persons are fully aware of the potential for exposure and can exercise control over their exposure.
