Motorola APX 8000, User Manual

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Otherwise, the water will decrease the
audio quality of the radio.
• Do not disassemble the radio. This could
damage radio seals and result in leak
paths into the radio. Any radio
maintenance should be performed only by
a qualified radio technician.
Cleaning Your Radio
Caution
Do not use solvents to clean your radio as
most chemicals may permanently damage the
radio housing and textures.
Do not submerge the radio in the detergent
solution.
To clean the external surfaces of your radio, follow
the procedure described next.
1 Combine one teaspoon of mild dishwashing
detergent to one gallon of water (0.5% solution).
2 Apply the solution sparingly with a stiff, non-
metallic, shortbristled brush, making sure excess
detergent does not get entrapped near the
connectors, controls or crevices. Dry the radio
thoroughly with a soft, lint-free cloth.
3 Clean battery contacts with a lint-free cloth to
remove dirt or grease.
Proper Ways to Handle the Radio
• Do not pound, drop, or throw the radio
unnecessarily. Never carry the radio by the
antenna.
• Avoid subjecting the radio to an excess of liquids.
Do not submerge the radio unless it is a
ruggedized.(APX 8000 R model)
• Avoid subjecting the radio to corrosives, solvents
or chemicals.
• Do not disassemble the radio.
• Caution
Do not use the radio without an accessory
connector or a dust cover in place as
contamination can build up on the contacts.
• When charging the radio using a wall mounted
charger, the radio must be turned off. Otherwise,
the Man Down Alert and Emergency may be
accidentally triggered.
Helpful Tips
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