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4.
Do not operate the radio in explosive atmospheres (gases, dust, fumes, etc.) or near explosive blasting
caps.
5.
Do not attempt any unauthorized modification to the radio. Changes or modifications to the radio may
cause harmful interference. Only qualified personnel should service the radio.
6.
Always use M/A-COM authorized accessories (antennas, control heads, speakers/microphones, etc.).
Use of unauthorized accessories can cause the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be
exceeded.
The information listed above provides the user with the information needed to make him or her
aware of a RF exposure, and what to do to assure that this radio operates within the FCC exposure
limits of this radio.
2.2 COMMON HAZARDS
The operator of any mobile radio should be aware of certain hazards common to the operation of
vehicular radio transmissions. Possible hazards are:
•
Explosive Atmospheres
Just as it is dangerous to fuel a vehicle with the motor running, be sure to turn the radio OFF while
fueling the vehicle. Do NOT carry containers of fuel in the trunk of the vehicle if the radio is mounted
in the trunk.
•
Interference To Vehicular Electronic Systems
Electronic fuel injection systems, electronic anti-skid braking systems, electronic cruise control
systems, etc., are typical types of electronic devices that can malfunction due to the lack of protection
from radio frequency (RF) energy present when transmitting. If the vehicle contains such equipment,
consult the dealer for the make of vehicle and enlist his aid in determining if such electronic circuits
perform normally when the radio is transmitting.
•
Electric Blasting Caps
To prevent accidental detonation of electric blasting caps,
DO NOT
use two-way radios within 1000
feet (304.8 meters) of blasting operations. Always obey the "Turn Off Two-Way Radios" signs posted
where electric blasting caps are being used. (OSHA Standard: 1926.900)
•
Radio Frequency Energy
To prevent burns or related physical injury from radio frequency energy, do not operate the
transmitter when anyone outside of the vehicle is within the minimum safe distance from the antenna
as specified in Table 2-1.
•
Vehicles Powered By Liquefied Petroleum (LP) Gas
Radio installation in vehicles powered by liquefied petroleum gas, where the LP gas container is
located in the trunk or other sealed-off space within the interior of the vehicle, must conform to the
National Fire Protection Association Standard NFPA 58. This requires:
a. The space containing radio equipment is isolated by a seal from the space containing the LP gas
container and its fittings.
b. Outside filling connections are used for the LP gas container.
c. The LP gas container space is vented to the outside of the vehicle.
•
Vehicles Equipped With Airbags
For driver and passenger safety, avoid mounting the control head (or any other component) above or
near airbag deployment areas. In addition to driver-side and passenger-side front-impact airbags,
some vehicles may also be equipped with side-impact airbags. For occupant safety, verify the location
of all airbags within the vehicle before installing the radio equipment.
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