Cautions; In Case Of Emergency; Using Channel 16 - Icom IC-M3EURO Instruction Manual

CAUTIONS

RWARNING! NEVER
AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric
shock.
RWARNING! 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
away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical.
NEVER
connect the transceiver to a power source other
than the BP-204. Such a connection will ruin the transceiver.
AVOID
using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or
in areas with temperatures below –15°C (5°F) or above
+55°C (+131°F).
Place unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by chil-
dren.
KEEP
the transceiver at least 1 meter away from your ves-
sel's magnetic navigation compass.
connect the transceiver to an
hold the transceiver so that the

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

If your vessel requires assistance, contact other vessels and
the Coast Guard by sending a distress call on channel 16.

❍ USING CHANNEL 16

DISTRESS CALL PROCEDURE
1. "MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY."
2. "THIS IS ..........................." (name of vessel)
3. Your call sign or other indication of the ves-
sel.
4. "LOCATED AT ....................." (your position)
5. The nature of the distress and assistance re-
quired.
6. Any other information which might facilitate
the rescue.
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