Precautions - Icom ic-U80 Instruction Manual

PRECAUTIONS

RDANGER! NEVER
short the terminals of the battery pack.
RDANGER!
Use and charge only specified Icom battery
packs with Icom radios or Icom chargers. Only Icom battery packs
are tested and approved for use with Icom radios or charged with
Icom chargers. Using third-party or counterfeit battery packs or
chargers may cause smoke, fire, or cause the battery to burst.
RWARNING RF EXPOSURE!
Radio Frequency (RF) energy. Caution should be observed
when operating this device. If you have any questions regard-
ing RF exposure and safety standards, please refer to the
Federal Communications Commission Office of Engineering
and Technology's report on Evaluating Compliance with FCC
Guidelines for Human Radio Frequency Electromagnetic
Fields (OET Bulletin 65).
RWARNING! NEVER
antenna 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 inches) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical.
RWARNING! NEVER
headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels.
Hearing experts advise against continuous high volume op-
eration. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the
volume level or discontinue use.
This device emits
hold the transceiver so that the
operate the transceiver with a
RWARNING! NEVER
driving a vehicle. Safe driving requires your full attention—
anything less may result in an accident.
RWARNING! NEVER
with wet hands. This may result in an electric shock or may
damage the transceiver.
CAUTION: MAKE SURE
are securely attached to the transceiver, and that the antenna
and battery pack are dry before attachment. Exposing the in-
side of the transceiver to water will result in serious damage
to the transceiver.
DO NOT
operate the transceiver near unshielded electrical
blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.
DO NOT
push [PTT] unless you actually intend to transmit.
BE CAREFUL!
The transceiver will become hot when
continuously operating it for long periods of time.
DO NOT
use or place the transceiver in direct sunlight,
or in areas with temperatures below –20°C (–4˚F) or above
+60°C (+140˚F).
Place the unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by
children.
operate the transceiver while
operate or touch the transceiver
the antenna and battery pack
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