Safety and operating conditions
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
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Do not short-circuit the contact pads on the back of the device while the
device is turned on (power indicator light is on), this may cause device
damage.
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The device must not be serviced (opened for the purpose of replacing batteries or
fuses) while it is turned on.
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Do not connect power sources to the device that do not meet the specifications
for this device.
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Do not connect external power sources at the same time to the TX-500 transceiver
and the battery pack connected to it.
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Do not exceed the input charging voltage of 50V or more.
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Do not wrap or cover the unit during operation.
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Do not leave the device unattended with the power supply connected to it.
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Do not use the device while connected to the TX-500 transceiver during a
lightning storm.
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Avoid getting moisture inside the product.
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Immediately turn off the product in case of smoke, burning smell, temperature
rise in the room where the product is located.
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The product must not fall into the hands of children.
The device has several protection modes:
REVERSE POLARITY PROTECTION
The BP-500 battery pack has polarity reversal protection, the battery pack cannot
be charged if the polarity of the power source is reversed. When using third-party
chargers or adapters, make sure that the power plug (DC 5.5×2.5 mm) is correctly
pinned.
OVERHEAT PROTECTION
The BP-500 battery pack has built-in overheating protection. If the temperature
rises above the recommended value, the transceiver screen will display the overheat
warning sign "HOT!".
