Cautions - Icom IC-T90A Instruction Manual

CAUTIONS

WARNING RF EXPOSURE!
Radio Frequency (RF) energy. Extreme caution should be
observed when operating this device. If you have any ques-
tions regarding RF exposure and safety standards please
refer to the Federal Communications Commission Office of
Engineering and Technology's report on Evaluating
Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Radio
Frequency Electromagnetic Fields (OET Bulletin 65)
WARNING! NEVER
antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the
body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The
transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 1 to 2 in (2
to 5 cm) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical.
WARNING! NEVER
headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels.
Hearing experts advise against continuous high volume oper-
ation. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the vol-
ume level or discontinue use.
NEVER CONNECT
11.5 V DC to the DC jack. The supply voltage must be
between 5.5 V and 11.5 V to prevent damaging the trans-
ceiver.
NEVER
connect the transceiver to an AC outlet . Such a
connection will damage the transceiver.
NEVER
connect the transceiver to a power source that is
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This device emits
hold the transceiver so that the
operate the transceiver with a
a power supply of more than
DC fused at more than 5 A. Accidental reverse connection will
be protected by this fuse, but higher fuse values will not give
proper protection against such accidents and the transceiver
will be ruined.
DO NOT
operate the transceiver near unshielded electrical
blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.
AVOID
using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or
in areas with temperatures below +14°F (–10°C) or above
+140°F (+60°C).
RF output power is automatically reduced to 0.5 W (Low) in
cold environments (below 0°C) while operating with the BP-217
Li-Ion battery pack, to protect the battery pack. Keep the bat-
tery pack warm, then select high power again. (p. 28)
The use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers may impair
transceiver performance and invalidate the warranty.
Even when the transceiver power is OFF, a slight current still
flows in the circuits. Remove the battery pack or case from
the transceiver when not using it for a long time. Otherwise,
the battery pack or installed batteries will become exhausted.
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.