In Case Of Emergency - Icom IC-M1V Instruction Manual

BE CAREFUL!
The IC-M1V employs waterproof con-
struction, which corresponds to JIS waterproof specification,
grade 7 (1 m/30 min.). However, once the transceiver has
been dropped, it is not guaranteed due to the transceiver may
be cracked, or waterproof seal damaged, etc.
MAKE SURE
the flexible antenna and battery pack are
securely attached to the transceiver and that the antenna and
battery pack are dry before attachment. Exposing the inside
of the transceiver to water will result in serious damage to the
transceiver.
KEEP
the transceiver at least 1 m (3.3 ft) away from the
ship's navigation compass.
KEEP
the transceiver out of the reach of children.
For U.S.A. only
CAUTION:
Changes or modifications to this device, not ex-
pressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to
operate this device under FCC regulations.

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

If your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels and
the Coast Guard by sending a distress call on channel 16;
USING CHANNEL 16
DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE
1. "MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY."
2. "THIS IS ...................." (name of vessel)
3. Your call sign or other indication of the
vessel.
4. "LOCATED AT .........." (your position)
5. The nature of the distress and assis-
tance required.
6. Any other information which might facil-
itate the rescue.
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