Troubleshooting - Uniden Bearcat 980 SSB Owner's Manual

To replace a blown fuse:
1. Press ends of the fuse holder together. Twist to open. Carefully
separate the two pieces.
2. Remove the fuse and inspect. If blown, replace with the same
type 6-amp fuse.
Use only the fuse specified for your Bearcat 980 SSB. Failure to do so may
void your warranty.

TROUBLESHOOTING

In the event of system malfunction, perform the following procedures:
Problem
Unit does not power up
No reception
Poor Reception
No Transmission
Low Transmission
Using MEM/SCAN does not
access channels in memory
Unit does not work as well as
previously.
Battery power check returned
FAILLO FAILHI
or .
Suggestion
Check power cord connections.
Check fuse.
Check vehicle electrical system.
Check microphone connection.
Set CB/PA to CB.
Check VOLUME and SQUELCH.
Check antenna.
Check antenna connection.
Adjust RF Gain.
Check VOLUME and SQUELCH.
Be sure antenna SWR is normal.
Adjust RF Gain.
Set CB/PA switch to CB.
Check microphone connection.
Adjust MIC Gain.
Adjust MIC Gain.
Verify that there are channels saved into
memory.
Turn the power off then back on. The channels
will reset.
Make sure your power wires have a good
connection.
Check your battery charge; it needs to be fully
charged. Lower voltage will cause a failure.
Check your alternator.
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