Precautions - Icom IC-7200 Instruction Manual

PRECAUTIONS

R DANGER HIGH RF VOLTAGE! NEVER
an antenna or internal antenna connector during trans-
mission. This may result in an electrical shock or burn.
R WARNING! NEVER
driving a vehicle. Safe driving requires your full atten-
tion—anything less may result in an accident.
R WARNING! NEVER
a headset or other audio accessories at high volume
levels. Hearing experts advise against continuous
high volume operation. If you experience a ringing in
your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use.
R WARNING! NEVER
ceiver with wet hands. This may result in an electric
shock or damage to the transceiver.
R WARNING! NEVER
[DC13.8V] socket on the transceiver rear panel. This
could cause a fire or damage the transceiver.
R WARNING! NEVER
the [DC13.8V] socket on the transceiver rear panel, or
use reverse polarity. This could cause a fire or dam-
age the transceiver.
R WARNING! NEVER
between the DC plug and fuse holder. If an incorrect
connection is made after cutting, the transceiver may
be damaged.
R WARNING! NEVER
objects protrude into the transceiver or into connectors
on the rear panel. This may result in an electric shock.
R WARNING!
Immediately turn OFF the trans-
ceiver power and remove the power cable if it emits
an abnormal odor, sound or smoke. Contact your
Icom dealer or distributor for advice.
R WARNING! NEVER
unstable place (such as on a slanted surface or
vibrated place). This may cause injury and/or damage
to the transceiver.
CAUTION: NEVER
change the internal settings of
the transceiver. This may reduce transceiver perfor-
mance and/or damage to the transceiver.
In particular, incorrect settings for transmitter circuits,
such as output power, idling current, etc., might
damage the expensive final devices.
The transceiver warranty does not cover any prob-
lems caused by unauthorized internal adjustment.
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operate the transceiver while
operate the transceiver with
operate or touch the trans-
apply AC power to the
apply more than 16 V DC to
cut the DC power cable
let metal, wire or other
put the transceiver in any
CAUTION: NEVER
install the transceiver in a place
without adequate ventilation. Heat dissipation may be
reduced, and the transceiver may be damaged.
CAUTION: NEVER
block any cooling vents on the
top, rear, sides or bottom of the transceiver.
CAUTION: NEVER
expose the transceiver to rain,
snow or any liquids.
DO NOT
use harsh solvents such as benzine or
alcohol when cleaning, as they will damage the trans-
ceiver surfaces.
DO NOT
push the PTT switch when you don't actu-
ally desire to transmit.
DO NOT
use or place the transceiver in areas with
temperatures below –10°C (+14°F) or above +60°C
(+140°F).
DO NOT
place the transceiver in excessively dusty
environments or in direct sunlight.
DO NOT
place the transceiver against walls or
putting anything on top of the transceiver. This may
overheat the transceiver.
Always place unit in a secure place to avoid inadver-
tent use by children.
BE CAREFUL!
If you use a linear amplifier, set the
transceiver's RF output power to less than the linear
amplifier's maximum input level, otherwise, the linear
amplifier will be damaged.
BE CAREFUL!
The rear panel will become hot
when operating the transceiver continuously for long
periods of time.
USE only the specified microphone. Other manufac-
turers' microphones have different pin assignments,
and connection to the IC-7200 may damage the
transceiver or microphone.
During maritime mobile operation, keep the trans-
ceiver and microphone as far away as possible from
the magnetic navigation compass to prevent errone-
ous indications.
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