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SAFETY
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2.1 Symbols
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For ease and convenience of use, this manual uses symbols to highlight urgent situations, practical advice, and general
information.
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Symbols such as this one indicate a crucial description regarding technical repairs, dangerous conditions, safety
warnings, advice, and/or other important information. Ignoring these symbols may result in serious problems and/or
damage and/or personal injury.
Notes such as this one indicate practical advice that Midland suggests be followed for the optimal performance of Ocean.
Important sentences and words have been underlined.
2.2 Warnings
2.2.a General
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Before using the transceiver, carefully read all the instructions contained in this manual in the order in which they are
written. Cross-references to paragraphs and chapters are provided for ease of use only. After reading, keep this manual
for future reference.
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Read and follow all the warning and instruction labels found on the radio and its accessories.
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Always observe laws and regulations regarding the use of marine transceivers, which may change according to the
country you are in. Where prohibited, or in areas where the radio may cause interference or danger, turn off your radio.
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Do not transmit without an antenna connected – although the radio is protected, this may seriously damage its R.F.
power stages. Do not use your transceiver if the antenna is damaged.
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Keep the antenna at least 2.5cm from your head and body during transmission, and keep a distance from other electrical
devices. Your transceiver contains a radio transmitter. Be aware that, when you press the PTT button, the radio emits
radio frequency (RF) energy. If you use cardiac stimulators, hearing aids, or other medical devices, consult your
physician or the manufacturer of the device to ensure the device is adequately protected from RF energy. Your physician
will be able to suggest ways of obtaining this information.
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Keep a tight grip your radio (a fall may damage it) and ensure the PTT button is not pressed accidentally when you do not
need to transmit. Do not hold the transceiver by the antenna! This is a delicate part of the device and is vital for the
proper functioning of the radio.
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Pay attention to environmental conditions – although Ocean was designed to operate under the most severe conditions,
it is important to avoid exposure to environments that are excessively humid or dusty, or to temperatures outside the -15
to +55°C° range. Also avoid exposure to direct sunlight, jarring, and excessive vibration.
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Before using the radio, ensure that all protective covers and parts are in perfect operating condition, in order to ensure
maximum protection against humidity and atmospheric agents.
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Although this radio was designed to be water resistant, avoid getting it wet as much as possible and do not let any
liquids fall on it. If the transceiver or one of the accessories gets wet, dry it off as soon as possible with a soft, clean
cloth. If you feel that liquid may have penetrated the radio’s housing, contact a service centre for a diagnostic check.
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Do not use the radio, its accessories, and/or substitute the batteries in potentially explosive environments. A single
spark may cause an explosion.
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Do not open the radio for any reason! Ocean’s precision mechanics and electronics require experience and specialized
equipment; for the same reason, the radio should under no circumstances be realigned as it has already been calibrated
for maximum performance. Unauthorized opening of the transceiver will void the warranty.
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Use original accessories only; otherwise you may seriously damage your handheld transceiver.
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Turn off the radio before cleaning it. For further information, refer to Chapter 7.
2.2.b Batteries
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Before using the battery charger, carefully read all notes and cautions regarding this equipment.
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Do not short-circuit the battery terminals: doing so may result in fire, burns, or explosions.
