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!! CAUTIONS ALL RADIOS !!
EXPOSURE TO RADIO FREQUENCY
ENERGY
The SST-454D handheld radio generates RF
electromagnetic energy during transmit mode.
The transmit mode is active when the PTT
switch is depressed. This radio is designed for,
Occupational Use Only, meaning that it must
be used only during the course of employment
by individuals who are aware of the hazards and
the ways to minimize such hazards. This series
of radios is NOT intended for use by the
General Population in an uncontrolled
environment.
When used as directed, this series of radios is
designed to comply with the FCCs RF exposure
limits for Occupational Use Only. In addition,
they are designed to comply with the following
Standards and Guidelines:
FCC OET Bulletin 65, Edition 97-01,
Supplement C, Evaluating Compliance with
FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to
Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields.
American National Standards Institute
(C95.1-1992), IEEE Standard for Safety
Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to
Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3
kHz to 300 GHz.
American National Standards Institute
(C95.3-1992), IEEE Recommended Practice
for the Measurement of Potentially Hazard-
ous Electromagnetic Fields-RF and
Microwave.
To ensure that exposure to RF electromagnetic
energy is within the FCC allowable limits for
occupational use, always adhere to the
following guidelines:
Use only the antenna(s) available from
RITRON for these models.
DO NOT
attempt to substitute any other antenna.
DO
NOT
operate the radio without an antenna.
Keep talk times as short and infrequent as
possible.
DO NOT
depress the PTT button
when not actually wishing to transmit.
These radios are equipped with an internal
timer to limit continuous transmit times.
DO
NOT
exceed a 50% transmit duty cycle.
When transmitting, hold the radio in front of
the mouth at a distance of at least 4 inches.
DO NOT
hold the radio in such a manner
that the antenna is next to, or touching,
exposed parts of the body, especially the
face or eyes while transmitting.
In belt mounted applications, when
transmitting, remove the radio from the
belt and hold away from the body at least
4 inches.
When using external headset accessories,
hold the unit away from the body at least 4
inches while transmitting.
DO NOT
allow children to operate the
radio.
OBSERVE CAUTION IN THE FOLLOWING
ENVIRONMENTS TO MAXIMIZE THE LIFE
OF YOUR RADIO EQUIPMENT:
MOISTURE:
SST Series radios are not
waterproof. DO NOT directly expose them
to rain or excessive moisture.
CHEMICALS:
Detergents, alcohol, aerosol
sprays or petroleum products can damage
the radio case. DO NOT use petroleum
solvents of any kind; use a oft cloth
moistened with water to clean the case.
EXTREME HEAT:
High temperatures can
damage the battery and other components.
DO NOT expose the units to extreme heat
or leave them in direct sunlight.
LOW TEMPERATURES:
The capacity of the
rechargeable battery is greatly reduced in
extreme cold. When using the unit in very
cold environments, periodically warm the
radio under your coat.
EXCESSIVE TRANSMISSIONS:
Maximum
drain on battery power occurs when you are
transmitting. DO NOT hold the Push-To-
Talk switch down longer than necessary
during transmission intervals. DO NOT
reduce battery service life by attempting to
power a radio with a depleted battery;
always charge batteries overnight after
each day of use.
VIBRATION/ SHOCK:
Although your SST
Series radio is designed to be rugged, it will
not survive excessive abuse. Avoid
dropping the radio.
NOTE:
The optional MH-A holster provides
added protection from weather and shock.
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