Icom IC-E208 Instruction Manual page 3

PRECAUTION
RWARNING RF EXPOSURE!
Frequency (RF) energy. Extreme caution should be observed when
operating this device. If you have any questions regarding RF expo-
sure and safety standards please refer to the Federal Communica-
tions Commission Office of Engineering and Technology's report on
Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Radio fre-
quency Electromagnetic Fields (OET Bulletin 65).
RWARNING! NEVER
connect the transceiver to an AC out-
let. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock.
RWARNING! NEVER
operate the transceiver while driving a
vehicle. Safe driving requires your full attention—anything less may
result in an accident.
NEVER
connect the transceiver to a power source of more than
16 V DC. This will damage the transceiver.
NEVER
connect the transceiver to a power source using reverse
polarity. This will damage the transceiver.
NEVER
cut the DC power cable between the DC plug and fuse
holder. If an incorrect connection is made after cutting, the transceiver
may be damaged.
NEVER
expose the transceiver to rain, snow or any liquids. The
transceiver may be damaged.
NEVER
operate or touch the transceiver with wet hands. This may
result in an electric shock or damage the transceiver.
NEVER
place the transceiver where normal operation of the vehi-
cle may be hindered or where it could cause bodily injury.
NEVER
This device emits Radio
rear panel.
DO NOT
DO NOT
ing a transmitter.
During mobile operation,
out running the vehicle's engine. When the transceiver's power is ON
and your vehicle's engine is OFF, the vehicle's battery will soon be-
come exhausted.
AVOID
areas with temperatures below –10°C or above +60°C.
BE CAREFUL!
ing it continuously for long periods.
AVOID
lation. Heat dissipation may be affected, and the transceiver may be
damaged.
AVOID
when cleaning, as they can damage the transceiver's surfaces.
USE
facturer's microphones have different pin assignments and may dam-
age the transceiver if attached.
let objects impede the operation of the cooling fan on the
push the PTT when not actually desiring to transmit.
allow children to play with any radio equipment contain-
DO NOT
using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or in
The transceiver will become hot when operat-
setting the transceiver in a place without adequate venti-
the use of chemical agents such as benzine or alcohol
Icom microphones only (supplied or optional). Other manu-
operate the transceiver with-
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