Precautions - Icom IC-M34 Instruction Manual

PRECAUTIONS

RWARNING! NEVER
AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric
shock.
RWARNING! NEVER
antenna is closer than 2.5 cm (1 inch) from 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 verti-
cal.
NEVER
connect the transceiver to a power source other
than the BP-251 (option) or BP-252. Such a connection will
ruin the transceiver.
AVOID
using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or
in areas with temperatures below –20°C (–4°F) or above
+60°C (+140°F).
KEEP
the transceiver out of the reach of children.
KEEP
the transceiver at least 0.9 meters (3.0 ft) away from
your vessel's magnetic navigation compass.
BE CAREFUL!
The transceiver's right-side panel will
become hot when operating continuously for long periods.
connect the transceiver to an
hold the transceiver so that the
BE CAREFUL!
The transceiver employs waterproof
construction, which corresponds to IPX7 of the international
standard IEC 60529 (2001). However, once the transceiver
has been dropped, waterproofing cannot be guaranteed due
to the fact that the transceiver may be cracked, or the water-
proof seal damaged, etc.
MAKE SURE
the flexible antenna and battery pack are
securely attached to the transceiver, and that the antenna and
battery pack are dry before attachment. Exposing the inside
of the transceiver to water will result in serious damage to the
transceiver.
After exposure to water, clean the battery contacts thoroughly
with fresh water and dry them completely to remove any
water or salt residue.
For U.S.A. only
CAUTION:
Changes or modifications to this device, not
expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to
operate this device under FCC regulations.
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