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 oper-
ating instructions for the IC-R8500.

PRECAUTIONS

RINDOOR USE ONLY!
IC-R8500 or AC adapter to rain, snow or any liquids.
RNEVER
connect the receiver to an AC outlet
directly. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an
electric shock. Always use the supplied AC adapter or
connect to a 13.8 V DC power source.
RNEVER
connect to an AC outlet that exceeds the
suggested voltage for each AC adapter version. This
could cause a fire or ruin the AC adapter and/or
receiver.
RNEVER
use non-rated fuses. Non-rated fuses
could cause a fire or ruin the receiver.
NEVER
let metal, wire or other objects touch any
internal part or connectors on the rear panel of the

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EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

WORD
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric
RWARNING
shock may occur.
Equipment damage may occur.
CAUTION
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
NOTE
of personal injury, fire or electric shock.
The IC-R8500 complies with essential require-
ments of the
Electromagnetic Compatibility. This compliance is
based on conformity with the ETSI specification prETS300
684 (EMC product standard for Commercially Available
Amateur Radio Equipment).
receiver. This will cause electric shock.
AVOID using or placing the receiver in areas with tem-
peratures below –10°C (+14°F) or above +50°C
(+122°F).
AVOID placing the receiver in excessively dusty envi-
ronments or in direct sunlight.
AVOID placing 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:
AC adapter (AD-55A)* ........................................... 1
DC power cable (OPC-023C) ................................ 1
Mini plug (2-conductor, 3.5d) .................................. 1
Phono (RCA) plugs ................................................ 2
Fuse (FGMB 125 V 3 A; internal use) ................... 1
Fuses (FGB 3 A; for DC cable) ............................. 2
Screws (M4 12 for optional MB-23) ..................... 2
Screws (C0 3 8 for optional MB-23 feet) ............. 4
Allen bolts (M5 8 for optional IC-MB12) .............. 4
*Some versions are not supplied with an AC adapter.
DEFINITION
89/336/EEC directive for
Qty.