Precautions - Icom IC-F70DT Instruction Manual

PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION! NEVER
hold the transceiver so that the an-
tenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body,
especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The transceiver
will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 in.)
away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical.
CAUTION! NEVER
operate the transceiver with a
headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels.
CAUTION! NEVER
short the terminals of the battery
pack.
CAUTION! NEVER
use non-Icom battery packs/char-
gers to prevent the loss of the transceiver's good performance
and warranty.
DO NOT
push PTT when not actually desiring to transmit.
DO NOT
use or place the transceiver in direct sunlight or
in areas with temperatures below –30°C (–22°F) or above
+60°C (+140°F).
The basic operations, transmission and reception of the trans-
ceiver are guaranteed within the specified operating tempera-
ture range. However, the LCD display may not be operate
correctly, or show an indication in the case of long hours of
operation, or after being placed in extremely cold areas.
DO NOT
modify the transceiver for any reason.
Optional unit installation should be done at authorized Icom
service center only.
BE CAREFUL!
The IC-F70/F80 series transceivers
employ waterproof construction, which corresponds to IPX7
of the international standard IEC 60529 (2001), 1 m depth
for 30 minutes. However, once the transceiver has been
dropped, waterproofing cannot be guaranteed due to the fact
that the transceiver may be cracked, or the waterproof seal
damaged, etc.
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 trans-
ceiver in the event the Icom transceiver is used with equip-
ment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom.
For U.S.A. only
CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not
expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to
operate this transceiver under FCC regulations.
Icom, Icom Inc. and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incor-
porated (Japan) in Japan, the United states, the United Kingdom, Germany,
France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries.
All other products or brands are registered trademarks or trademarks of their
respective holders.
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