Precautions - Icom IC-R6 Instruction Manual

PRECAUTIONS

RWARNING! NEVER
earphone, headphones or other audio accessories at high
volume levels. Hearing experts advise against continuous
high volume operation. If you experience a ringing in your
ears, reduce the volume level or discontinue use.
RWARNING! NEVER
driving a vehicle. Safe driving requires your full attention—
anything less may result in an accident.
RWARNING! NEVER
outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric
shock.
RWARNING! NEVER
since as internal battery gas can cause explosion.
RWARNING! NEVER
If the battery cell's internal material (electrolyte liquid) gets
into your eyes, wash your eyes with water and obtain treat-
ment from an eye doctor immediately.
NEVER
connect the receiver to a power source of more
than 6 V DC directly. This will damage the receiver.
NEVER
connect the receiver to a power source using
reverse polarity. This will damage the receiver.
operate the receiver with a
operate the receiver while
connect the receiver to an AC
throw a battery cell into a fire
disassemble the battery cell.
NEVER
expose the receiver to rain, snow or any liquids.
The receiver may be damaged.
NEVER
operate or touch the receiver with wet hands. This
may result in an electric shock or damage the receiver.
NEVER
solder the battery cell. This may damage the bat-
tery.
DO NOT
use or place the receiver in direct sunlight or
in areas with temperatures below –10°C (+14˚F) or above
+60°C (+140˚F).
DO NOT
use harsh solvents such as benzine or alco-
hol to clean the transceiver, because they can damage the
transceiver's surfaces.
Even when the receiver power is OFF, a slight current still
flows in the circuits. Remove batteries from the receiver
when not using it for a long time. Otherwise, the installed
batteries will become exhausted, and will need to be
recharged.
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