Precaution - Icom iC-A14 Instruction Manual

PRECAUTIONS
RDANGER! NEVER
pack. Also, current may fl ow into nearby metal objects, such
as a necklace, etc. Therefore, be careful when carrying with,
or placing near metal objects, carrying in handbags, etc.
RDANGER!
Use and charge only specifi ed 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, fi re, or cause
the battery to burst.
R WARNING! 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 ver-
tical.
R WARNING! 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.
CAUTION: DO NOT
or alcohol to clean the transceiver, because they can dam-
age the transceiver's surfaces.
iii
short the terminals of the battery
hold the transceiver so that the
operate the transceiver with a
use harsh solvents such as benzine
DO NOT
allow children to play with any radio equipment
containing a transmitter.
DO NOT
operate the transceiver near unshielded electrical
blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.
DO NOT
using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight
or in areas with temperatures below –10°C (+14°F) or above
+60°C (+140°F).
KEEP
the transceiver away from the heavy rain, and
NEVER
immerse it in the water. The transceiver construc-
tion is water resistant, not waterproof.
CLEAN and wipe dry the battery terminals after using the
transceiver in wet conditions. The terminals may rust if not
dried.
FCC caution: Changes or modifi cations to this transceiver, not
expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to op-
erate this transceiver under FCC regulations. (U.S.A. only)
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.