Important; Explicit Definitions; Precautions; Unpacking - Icom IC-R8500 Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT

READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CAREFULLY
before attempting to operate the
receiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
instruction manual contains important safety and
operating instructions for the IC-R8500.

PRECAUTIONS

RWARNING! NEVER
AC outlet directly. This may pose a fire hazard or
result in an electric shock. Always use an optional AC
adapter or connect to a 13.8 V DC power source.
RWARNING! NEVER
exceeds the suggested voltage for each AC adapter
version. This could cause a fire or ruin the AC adapt-
er and/or receiver.
RWARNING! NEVER
power source of more than 16 V DC or use reverse po-
larity. This could cause a fire or damage the receiver. This could cause a fire or damage the receiver.
RWARNING! NEVER
rated fuses could cause a fire or ruin the receiver.
RWARNING! NEVER
objects touch any internal part or connectors on the
rear panel of the receiver. This will cause electric
shock.

UNPACKING

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connect the receiver to an
connect to an AC outlet that
connect the receiver to a
use non-rated fuses. Non-
let metal, wire or other
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EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

WORD
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric
RWARNING!
shock may occur.
Equipment damage may occur.
CAUTION
This
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
NOTE
of personal injury, fire or electric shock.
Versions of the IC-R8500 which display the "CE"
symbol on the serial number label, comply with
the essential requirements of the European
Radio and Telecommunication Terminal Directive 1999/5/
EC, and that any applicable Essential Test Suite measure-
ments have been performed.
INDOOR USE ONLY! NEVER
IC-R8500 or AC adapter to rain, snow or any liquids.
DO NOT
use or place the receiver in areas with
temperatures below –10°C (+14°F) or above +50°C
(+122°F).
DO NOT
place the receiver in excessively dusty
environments or in direct sunlight.
DO NOT
place the receiver against walls or putting
anything on top of the receiver. This will obstruct heat
dissipation.
RESPECT
other people's privacy. Information over-
heard but not intended for you cannot lawfully be
used in any way.
Accessories included with the IC-R8500:
q DC power cable ................................................... 1
w Mini plug (2-conductor, 3.5d) .............................. 1
e Phono (RCA) plugs ............................................. 2
r Fuse (FGMB 125 V 3 A; internal use) ................. 1
t Fuses (FGB 3 A; for DC cable) ........................... 2
y Screws (M4 × 12 for optional MB-23) .................. 2
u Screws (C0 3 × 8 for optional MB-23 feet) .......... 4
i Allen bolts (M5 × 8 for optional MB-12) ............... 4
DEFINITION
expose the
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