14 - Safety and General Information
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn off your Personal Communicator prior to entering any area
with a potentially explosive atmosphere, unless it is especially
qualified for use in such areas as “Intrinsically Safe” (for example,
Factory Mutual, CSA, or UL Approved). Do not remove, install, or
charge batteries in such areas. Sparks in a potentially explosive
atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury
or even death.
The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred to above
include fueling areas such as below decks on boats, fuel or
chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the air
contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust or metal
powders. Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often
but not always posted.
Blasting Caps and Areas
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn off your
Personal Communicator when you are near electrical blasting
caps, in a blasting area, or in areas posted: “Turn off two-way
radio”. Obey all signs and instructions.
Operational Cautions
Antennas
Do not use any Personal Communicator that has a damaged
antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with your skin,
a minor burn can result.
