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DANGER!
Use and charge only specified Icom battery
packs with Icom radios or Icom chargers. Only Icom battery
packs are tested and approved for use with Icom radios or
charged with Icom chargers. Using third-party or counterfeit
battery packs or chargers may cause smoke, fire, or cause
the battery to burst.
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WARNING! NEVER
hold the radio so that the antenna
is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body, espe-
cially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The radio will per-
form best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches) away
from the lips and the radio is vertical.
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WARNING! NEVER
operate the radio with a headset
or other audio accessories at high volume levels. The con-
tinuous high volume operation may cause a ringing in your
ears. If you experience the ringing, reduce the volume level
or discontinue use.
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WARNING! NEVER
operate the radio while driving a
vehicle. Safe driving requires your full attention—anything
less may result in an accident.
CAUTION: MAKE SURE
the flexible antenna and battery
pack are securely attached to the radio, and that the antenna
and battery pack are dry before attachment. Exposing the inside
of the radio to water will result in serious damage to the radio.
DO NOT
push [PTT] when you do not actually intend to
transmit.
DO NOT
operate or place the radio in direct sunlight or in
areas with temperatures below –20°C (–4°F) or above +60°C
(+140°F).
DO NOT
modify the radio. The specifications may change
and then not comply with the requirements of a corresponded
regulation. The radio warranty does not cover any problems
caused by unauthorized modification.
DO NOT
operate the radio near unshielded electrical blast-
ing caps.
DO NOT
use harsh solvents such as benzine or alcohol
when cleaning, as they will damage the radio surfaces.
BE CAREFUL!
The transceiver meets IP57 requirements for
dust-protection and waterproof protection. However, once the
transceiver has been dropped, dust-protection and waterproof
protection cannot be guaranteed due to the fact that the trans-
ceiver may be cracked, or the waterproof seal damaged, etc.
BE CAREFUL!
The radio will become hot when operating it
continuously for long periods of time.
MAKE SURE
to turn OFF the radio power before connect-
ing or disconnecting the supplied/optional accessory.
Even when the radio power is OFF, a slight current still flows
in the circuits. Remove the battery pack or batteries from
the radio when not using it for a long time. Otherwise, the in-
stalled battery pack or batteries will become exhausted, and
will need to be recharged or replaced.
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