Information on Safe Operation
Read This Information Before Using Your Radio.
The operation of your radio in Your country is subject to conditions in the following license:
Radio Antenna
Do not use any radio that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes in contact with the skin, a minor burn
may result.
Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the radio and violate compliance.
Do NOT change or modify the antenna.
Do NOT hold the antenna when the radio is “IN USE.” Holding the antenna reduces range and may cause bodily harm.
Safety and general use whilst in a vehicle
Check the State and Federal laws and regulations regarding the use of two way radios in the area where you drive,
and always obey them.
For Vehicles fitted with Air Bags
Do not place your radio in the area over an air bag or in the air bag deployment area. Air bags inflate with great force.
If a radio is placed in the air bag deployment area and the air bag inflates, the radio may be propelled with great force and
Cause serious injury to the occupants of the vehicle.
Batteries
All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as burns if conductive material such as jewellery, keys, or
Beaded chains touches exposed terminals. The material may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot.
Exercise care in handling any charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse, or other container with metal
objects.
Do not replace or charge batteries in a potentially explosive atmosphere. Contact sparking may occur while installing or removing
batteries and cause an explosion.
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn your radio OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or
fire resulting in injury or even death.
NOTE: Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often, but not always clearly marked.
They include fueling areas such as below deck on boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities;
areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders;
and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.
Blasting Caps and Areas
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn your radio OFF near electrical blasting caps or in a “blasting area” or
in areas posted: “Turn off the two way radio.” Obey all signs and instructions.
Transmit and Receive Procedure
Your two-way radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the general
population/uncontrolled environment exposure limits, always adhere to the following procedure:
• Transmit no more than 50% of the time. To receive calls, release the PTT button.
To transmit (talk), press the Push to Talk (PTT) button. Transmitting 50% of the time, or less, is important because the radio
generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting (in terms of measuring standards compliance).
Always hold the radio approximately 5cm in front of your mouth with the antenna pointing away from your head.
Radio Operation and EME Exposure
Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the radio and violate Compliance.
Do NOT hold the antenna when the radio is “IN USE.” Holding the antenna reduces the effective range.
Do not use the radio if the antenna is damaged. If a damaged antenna makes contact with your skin,
a minor burn can result. If you wear a radio on your body when transmitting, always fit the radio on the belt clip (supplied).
Always ensure the radio and it's antenna are at least 5cm from your body when transmitting.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI). To avoid the possibility of electromagnetic
interference and/or compatibility conflicts, turn off your radio in any location where posted notices instruct you to do so such
as health care facilities.
