Icom FP-561 Instruction Manual page 5

R CAUTION
Data card handling precautions:
¡ Do not put data cards into such a pocket or poly bag that
is electrically charged.
¡ Do not leave data cards in an area exposed to direct sun-
light or seawater.
¡ Be careful to prevent dust or dirt from entering the con-
nector of data cards (keep the card slot free of dirt).
¡ Do not install the product close to speakers, power trans-
formers or other equipment that produces a magnetic
field.
¡ When starting the engine of the ship involves a rapid fall
in supply voltage to the product, be sure to start the
engine before powering on the product.
¡ Avoid using organic solvents such as thinner or benzene
to clean the product.
These solvents will cause damage to the product sur-
face.
To clan the product or antenna, wipe it using a soft cloth
damped with a water-diluted detergent.
¡ The product contains a lithium battery (having a life of
approx. five years) which retains GPS positioning data.
If this backup battery is completely dead, the GPS
almanac data is lost and it will take a long time to acquire
navigational satellites. Registered navigational marks
and routes are also lost.
Each of the following caution notices indicates that neglecting the suggested procedure
or practice may result in personal injury or property damage.
Other precautions
¡ Do not bend data cards or put a heavy object on them.
¡ Do not throw or drop data cards.
¡ Be sure to power off the product before inserting or
removing a data card to or from the card slot.
If these symptoms appear, contact your dealer or our
local sales office.
¡ The LCD is of high-density type having an effective pixel
percentage of at least 99.99%; it may have an ineffective
pixel or "always active" pixel percentage of max. 0.01%
under normal conditions.
¡ The LCD is a consumable component and has a life
expectancy of approx. 10,000 operation hours. When
the service life expires, the LCD screen will darken, flick-
er or provide no display.
At the first sign of these symptoms, the LCD should be
replaced. Consult your dealer or our service personnel.
SAFETY NOTICES
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