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MN006727A01-AA
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If the radio is exposed to a corrosive environment, such as salt water or corrosive gases or
liquids, rinse and clean the radio immediately to prevent damage to radio materials,
especially plated surfaces. Remove the battery and the antenna before cleaning.
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Do not disassemble the radio as you could damage radio seals and result in leak paths into
the radio. Any radio maintenance should be performed only by a qualified radio technician.
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Only Underwriter Laboratory (UL) approved service centers can open and service UL
certified radios. Opening or repairing at unauthorized locations invalidates hazardous
location rating of the radio.
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Do not pound, drop, or throw the radio unnecessarily.
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Turn off the radio when charging the radio using a wall-mounted charger. Otherwise, the
Man Down Alert and Emergency may be accidentally triggered.
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When cleaning the radio, do not use a high-pressure jet spray as this may exceed the depth
pressure and cause water to leak into the radio.
1.2.1
Cleaning Your Radio
CAUTION: Do not use solvents or disinfectants to clean your radio as these chemicals may
permanently damage the radio housing, seals, and adhesives.
To clean the external surfaces of your radio, follow the procedure described next.
Procedure:
1 Combine one teaspoon of mild dishwashing detergent to one gallon of water (0.5% solution).
2 Apply the solution sparingly with a stiff, non-metallic, shortbristled brush, making sure that
excess detergent does not get entrapped near the connectors, controls, or crevices. Rinse and
then dry the radio thoroughly with a soft, lint-free cloth.
3 Clean battery contacts with a lint-free cloth to remove dirt or grease.
1.2.2
Cleaning the External Surface of the Radio
Prerequisites:
CAUTION: Do not use solvents to clean your radio. Spirits may permanently damage the radio
housing.
Do not submerge the radio in detergent solution.
Procedure:
1 Combine 1 teaspoon of mild dishwashing detergent to 1 gallon of water (0.5% solution).
2 Apply the solution sparingly with a stiff, non-metallic, short-bristled brush, ensuring that excess
detergent does not get entrapped near the connectors, controls, or crevices.
3 Dry the radio thoroughly with a soft, absorbent, lint-free cloth.
4 Ensure that no water remains entrapped near the connectors, cracks, or crevices.
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