Precautions - Icom IC-F5020 Series Insrtuction Manual

PRECAUTIONS

RWARNING! NEVER
outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock.
RWARNING! NEVER
power source of more than 16 V DC or use reverse polarity.
This could cause a fire or damage the transceiver.
RWARNING! NEVER
tween the DC plug and fuse holder. If an incorrect connec-
tion is made after cutting, the transceiver might be damaged.
RWARNING! NEVER
normal operation of the vehicle may be hindered or where it
could cause bodily injury.
CAUTION: NEVER
allow children to touch the trans-
ceiver.
CAUTION: NEVER
expose the transceiver to rain,
snow or any liquids.
USE
the specified microphone only. Other microphones have
different pin assignments and may damage the transceiver.
DO NOT
use or place the transceiver in areas with tem-
peratures below –30°C (–22°F) or above +60°C (+140°F), or
in areas subject to direct sunlight, such as the dashboard.
connect the transceiver to an AC
connect the transceiver to a
cut the DC power cable be-
place the transceiver where
DO NOT
operate the transceiver without running the ve-
hicle's engine. The vehicle's battery will quickly run out when
the transceiver transmits while the vehicle's engine is OFF.
DO NOT
place the transceiver in excessively dusty envi-
ronments.
DO NOT
place the transceiver against walls. This will ob-
struct heat dissipation.
DO NOT
use harsh solvents such as benzine or alcohol
when cleaning, as they will damage the transceiver surfaces.
BE CAREFUL!
The transceiver will become hot when
operating continuously for long periods.
Approved Icom optional equipment is designed for optimal
performance when used with an Icom transceiver.
Icom is not responsible for the destruction or damage to an
Icom transceiver in the event the Icom transceiver is used
with equipment that is not manufactured or approved by
Icom.
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