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FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing this Icom product. The IC-M1V
VHF
MARINE TRANSCEIVER
is designed and built with Icom’s superi-
or technology and craftsmanship. With proper care, this prod-
uct should provide you with years of trouble-free operation.
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-M1V.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS
R
WARNING! NEVER
connect the transceiver to an AC
outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric
shock.
R
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 in) away from the lips, and the transceiver is vertical.
NEVER
connect the transceiver to a power source other
than the BP-215. Such a connection will ruin the transceiver.
NEVER
charge battery packs except in the methods
described in this manual.
AVOID
using or placing the transceiver in areas with tem-
peratures below –20°C (–4°F) or above +60°C (+140°F).
AVOID
the use of chemical agents such as benzine or alco-
hol when cleaning, as they may damage the transceiver sur-
faces.
WORD
DEFINITION
R
WARNING!
CAUTION
NOTE
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock
may occur.
Equipment damage may occur.
Recommended for optimum use. No risk of
personal injury, fire or electric shock.
CAUTION
i
After exposure to saltwater, clean the transceiver thor-
oughly with fresh water to avoid corrosion.