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CAUTION
To ensure that your exposure to RF electromagnetic en-
ergy is within the FCC allowable limits, always adhere to
the following guidelines:
• DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna at-
tached, as this may damage the radio and may also cause
you to exceed FCC RF exposure limits. A proper antenna is
the antenna supplied with this radio by the manufacturer or
an antenna specifically authorized by the manufacturer for
use with this radio.
• DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time
(“50% duty cycle”). Transmitting more than 50% of the time
can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to
be exceeded. The radio is transmitting when the “Tx indica-
tor” appears. You can cause the radio to transmit by press-
ing the “PTT” switch.
• ALWAYS use Icom authorized accessories (antennas, bat-
teries, belt clips, speaker/mics, etc.). Use of unauthorized
accessories can cause the FCC RF exposure compliance
requirements to be exceeded.
• ALWAYS keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) away
from the body when transmitting, and only use the Icom
belt-clips which are listed in this manual when attaching the
radio to your belt, etc. To provide the recipients of your
transmission the best sound quality, hold the transceiver at
least 5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth, and turned slightly
to one side.
The information listed above provides the user with the infor-
mation needed to make him or her aware of RF exposure,
and what to do to assure that this radio operates within the
FCC RF exposure limits of this radio.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
During transmissions, your Icom radio generates RF energy
that can possibly cause interference with other devices or
systems. To avoid such interference, turn off the radio in
areas where signs are posted to do so. DO NOT operate the
transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic ra-
diation such as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.
SAFETY TRAINING INFORMATION
