Cautions - Icom IC-V8000 Instruction Manual

CAUTIONS

RWARNING RF EXPOSURE!
Radio Frequency (RF) energy. Extreme caution should be ob-
served when operating this device. If you have any questions re-
garding RF exposure and safety standards please refer to the
Federal Communications Commission Office of Engineering and
Technology's report on Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guide-
lines for Human Radio frequency Electromagnetic Fields (OET
Bulletin 65)
RWARNING! NEVER
outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock.
RWARNING! NEVER
ving a vehicle. Safe driving requires your full attention—anything
less may result in an accident.
NEVER
connect the transceiver to a power source of more
than 16 V DC. This will ruin the transceiver.
NEVER
connect the transceiver to a power source using re-
verse polarity. This will ruin the transceiver.
NEVER
cut the DC power cable between the DC plug and
fuse holder. If an incorrect connection is made after cutting, the
transceiver may be damaged.
NEVER
expose the transceiver to rain, snow or any liquids.
The transceiver may be damaged.
NEVER
operate or touch the transceiver with wet hands. This
may result in an electric shock or ruin the transceiver.
This device emits
connect the transceiver to an AC
operate the transceiver while dri-
NEVER
place the transceiver where normal operation of the
vehicle may be hindered or where it could cause bodily injury.
NEVER
let objects impede the operation of the cooling fan on
the rear panel.
DO NOT
push the PTT when not actually desiring to transmit.
DO NOT
allow children to play with any radio equipment con-
taining a transmitter.
DO NOT
During mobile operation,
without running the vehicle's engine. When the transceiver's
power is ON and your vehicle's engine is OFF, the vehicle's bat-
tery will soon become exhausted.
BE CAREFUL!
The transceiver will become hot when op-
erating it continuously for long periods.
AVOID
using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or in
areas with temperatures below –10°C (+14˚F) or above +60°C
(+140˚F).
AVOID
the use of chemical agents such as benzine or alcohol
when cleaning, as they can damage the transceiver's surfaces.
USE
Icom microphones only (supplied or optional). Other man-
ufacturer's microphones have different pin assignments and may
damage the transceiver if attached.
operate the transceiver
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