Precautions - Icom IC-F6020 Series Instruction Manual

PRECAUTIONS

RWARNING! NEVER
a lightning storm. It may result in an electric shock, cause a
fire or damage the transceiver. Always disconnect the power
souce and antenna before a storm.
RWARNING! NEVER
outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock.
RWARNING! NEVER
power source of more than 16 V DC or use reverse polarity.
This could cause a fire or damage the transceiver.
RWARNING! NEVER
between the DC plug and fuse holder. If an incorrect
connection is made after cutting, the transceiver might be
damaged.
RWARNING! NEVER
normal operation of the vehicle may be hindered or where it
could cause bodily injury.
CAUTION: NEVER
allow children to touch the
transceiver.
CAUTION: NEVER
expose the transceiver to rain,
snow or any liquids.
DO NOT
operate or place the transceiver in areas with
temperatures below –30°C (–22°F) or above +60°C (+140°F),
or in areas subject to direct sunlight, such as the dashboard.
operate the transceiver during
connect the transceiver to an AC
connect the transceiver to a
cut the DC power cable
place the transceiver where
DO NOT
operate the transceiver without running the
vehicle's engine. The vehicle's battery will quickly run out when
the transceiver transmits while the vehicle's engine is OFF.
DO NOT
place the transceiver in excessively dusty
environments.
DO NOT
place the transceiver against walls. This will
obstruct heat dissipation.
DO NOT
use harsh solvents such as benzine or alcohol
when cleaning, as they will damage the transceiver surfaces.
BE CAREFUL!
The transceiver will become hot when
operating continuously for long periods.
USE
the specified microphone only. Other microphones
have different pin assignments and may damage the
transceiver.
Icom is not responsible for the destruction or damage to
the Icom transceiver, if the malfunction is because of:
• Force majeure, including, but not limited to, fires,
earthquakes, storms, floods, lightnings, or other natural
disasters, disturbances, riots, war, or radioactive
contamination.
• The use of Icom transceiver with any equipment that is
not manufactured or approved by Icom.
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