Icom IC-GM800 Instruction Manual page 3

PRECAUTIONS
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DANGER HIGH RF VOLTAGE! NEVER touch
an antenna while transmitting. This may result in an
electrical shock or burn.
RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver during
a lightning storm. It may result in an electric shock,
cause a fire or damage the transceiver. Always
disconnect the power source and antenna before a
storm.
R WARNING! NEVER directly connect the
transceiver to an AC outlet. This may pose a fire
hazard or result in an electric shock.
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WARNING! NEVER mount the transceiver main
unit overhead. The weight of the unit is approximately
8.5 kg, and it could easily fall due to wave shocks or
vibration. The unit must be mounted on a flat hard
surface only.
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WARNING! NEVER connect a power source of
more than 31.2 V DC. This connection could cause a
fire or ruin the transceiver.
R WARNING! NEVER place the transceiver where
normal operation of the ship may be hindered, or
where it could cause bodily injury.
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WARNING! NEVER let metal, wire or other objects
protrude into the transceiver or into connectors on the
rear panel. This may result in an electric shock.
CAUTION: DO NOT use harsh solvents such as
benzine or alcohol when cleaning, because they will
damage the transceiver's surfaces.
CAUTION: DO NOT use the transceiver in areas with
temperatures below –15°C or above +55°C.
RECOMMENDATION
CLEAN THE REMOTE CONTROLLERʼS FRONT
PANEL THOROUGHLY IN A BOWL OF FRESH
WATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it
before operating. Otherwise, the remote controllerʼs
keys, switches may become unusable, due to salt
crystallization.
L The connectors on the rear panel do not meet IPX7.
CAUTION: DO NOT place the transceiver in
excessively dusty environments or in direct sunlight.
CAUTION: DO NOT use non-Icom handsets or
microphones. Other manufacturer's handset or
microphones have different pin assignments,
and connection to the GM800 may damage the
transceiver.
CAUTION: DO NOT place the transceiver against
walls or putting anything on top of the transceiver.
This may overheat the transceiver.
BE CAREFUL! The transceiver main unit will become
hot when operating the transceiver continuously for
long periods of time.
BE CAREFUL! The remote controller's front panel
meets IPX7* requirements for waterproof protection.
However, once the transceiver has been dropped,
or the waterproof seal is cracked or damaged,
waterproof protection cannot be guaranteed because
of possible damage to the case or the waterproof
seal.
* The connectors on the rear panel do not meet IPX7.
NOTE: The LCD display may have cosmetic
imperfections that appear as small dark or light spots.
This is not a malfunction or defect, but a normal
characteristic of LCD displays.
NOTE: Install the transceiver and handset or
microphone as far away as possible, (at least 1
meter), from the magnetic navigation compass, to
prevent erroneous indications.
NOTE: Always place unit in a secure place to avoid
inadvertent use by unauthorized persons.
NOTE: If the remote controller's waterproof
protection appears defective, carefully clean it with
a soft, damp (fresh water) cloth, then dry it before
operating. The remote controller may lose its
waterproof protection if the case, or connector cover
is cracked or broken, or the remote controller has
been dropped. Contact your Icom distributor or your
dealer for advice.
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