Icom IC-V88 Instructions

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VHF TRANSCEIVER
Iç-V88
UHF TRANSCEIVER
Iç-U88

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

Belt Clip
Battery pack Battery Charger
(BP-278) (BC-213) (MB-133)
Power adapter*
Flexible antenna
(for the battery charger)
PRECAUTIONS
D Explicit Definitions
WORD DEFINITION
Personal death, serious injury or an explo-
RDANGER!
sion may occur.
Personal injury, fire hazard or electric
RWARNING!
shock may occur.
CAUTION Equipment damage may occur.
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
NOTE
of personal injury, fire or electric shock.
• Transceiver caution
R DANGER! NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack.
R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery
packs with Icom radios or Icom chargers. Only Icom battery
packs are tested and approved for use with Icom radios or
to be charged by Icom chargers. Using third-party or coun-
terfeit battery packs or chargers may cause smoke, fire, or
cause the battery packs to burst.
R WARNING! NEVER hold the radio that the antenna is
very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body, es-
pecially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The radio will
perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inches)
away from the lips and the radio is vertical.
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and com-
pletely before using the transceiver.
* Not supplied or the shape is different, depending on
the transceiver version.
D About the flexible antenna
FA-SC55V (150–174 MHz) is supplied for the IC-V88.
FA-SC02U (330–380 MHz) is supplied for the IC-U88.
NOTE:
To use the transceiver out of the supplied antenna's
frequency range, select a suitable antenna from
OPTIONS described on INSTRUCTIONS w.
R WARNING! NEVER operate the radio with a headset or
other audio accessories at high volume levels. Hearing ex-
perts advise against continuous high volume operation. If
you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume
level or discontinue use.
R WARNING! NEVER operate the radio while driving a ve-
hicle. Safe driving requires your full attention—anything less
may result in an accident.
CAUTION: MAKE SURE the flexible antenna, battery pack
and jack cover are securely attached to the radio, and that the
antenna and battery pack are dry before attachment. Expos-
ing the inside of the radio to dust or water will result in serious
damage to the radio.
DO NOT operate the radio near unshielded electrical blasting
caps or in an explosive atmosphere.
DO NOT push [PTT] when you do not actually intend to transmit.
DO NOT use or place the radio in direct sunlight or in places
with temperatures below –30°C or above +60°C. The basic op-
erations of the radio are guaranteed within the specified oper-
ating temperature range. However, the Liquid Crystal Display
may not operate correctly, or show an indication in the case
of long hours of operation, or after being placed in extreme-
ly cold areas.
DO NOT modify the radio. The specifications may change and
then not comply with the requirements of a corresponded regu-
lation. The radio warranty does not cover any problems caused
by unauthorized modification.
DO NOT use harsh solvents such as benzine or alcohol when
cleaning, as they will damage the radio surfaces.
PRECAUTIONS
BE CAREFUL! The radio will become hot when operating it
continuously for long periods of time.
BE CAREFUL! The radio meets IP67* requirements for dust-
tight and waterproof protection. However, once the radio has
been dropped, dust-tight and waterproof protection cannot be
guaranteed because of possible damage to the radio's case or
the waterproof seal.
* Only when the jack cover or the optional HM-168LWP is at-
tached.
Even when the radio power is OFF, a slight current still flows in
the circuits. Remove the battery pack from the radio when not
using it for a long time. Otherwise, the installed battery pack
will become exhausted, and will need to be recharged or re-
placed.
MAKE SURE to turn the radio power OFF before connecting
the supplied or optional equipment.
• Battery caution
Misuse of Li-ion batteries may result in the following hazards:
smoke, fire, or the battery pack may rupture. Misuse can also
cause damage to the battery pack or degradation of battery per-
formance.
R DANGER! NEVER short terminals (or charging termi-
nals) of the battery pack. Also, current may flow into nearby
metal objects such as a necklace, so be careful when plac-
ing the battery packs (or the radio) in handbags, etc.
Simply carrying with or placing near metal objects such as
a necklace, etc. may cause shorting. This may damage not
only the battery pack, but also the radio.
R DANGER! DO NOT hammer or otherwise impact the bat-
tery pack. Do not use the battery pack if it has been severe-
ly impacted or dropped, or if it has been subjected to heavy
pressure. The damage may not be visible on the outside of
the case. Even if the surface of the battery pack does not
show cracks or any other damage, the cells inside may rup-
ture or catch fire.
R DANGER! NEVER use or leave the battery pack in areas
with temperatures above +60°C. High temperature buildup
in the battery pack, such as could occur near fires or stoves,
inside a sun heated car, or in direct sunlight may cause the
battery pack to rupture or catch fire. Excessive temperatures
may also degrade performance or shorten life.
R DANGER! DO NOT expose the battery pack to rain,
snow, seawater, or any other liquids. Do not charge or use
a wet battery pack. If the battery pack gets wet, be sure to
wipe it dry before using.
R DANGER! KEEP the battery pack away from fire. Fire
or heat may cause them to rupture or explode. Dispose of a
used battery pack in accordance with local regulations.
R DANGER! NEVER solder the battery pack terminals, or
NEVER modify the battery pack. This may cause heat gen-
eration, and the battery pack may burst, emit smoke or catch
fire.
R DANGER! Use the battery pack only with the radio for
which it is specified. Never use a battery pack with any oth-
er equipment, or for any purpose that is not specified in this
instruction manual.
R DANGER! If fluid from inside the battery pack gets in
your eyes, blindness can result. Rinse your eyes with clean
water, without rubbing them, and see a doctor immediately.
1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan
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R WARNING! Immediately stop using the battery pack if
it emits an abnormal odor, heats up, or is discolored or de-
formed. If any of these conditions occur, contact your Icom
dealer or distributor.
R WARNING! Immediately wash, using clean water, any
part of the body that comes into contact with fluid from in-
side the battery pack.
R WARNING! NEVER put the battery pack in a microwave
oven, high-pressure container, or in an induction heating
cooker. This could cause a fire, overheating, or cause the
battery pack to rupture.
CAUTION: Always use the battery pack within the specified
temperature range, for the radio (–30°C to +60°C) and the
battery pack itself (–20°C to +60°C). Using the battery pack
out of its specified temperature range will reduce the perfor-
mance and the life. Please note that the specified tempera-
ture range of the battery pack may exceed that of the radio.
In such cases, the radio may not work properly because it is
out of its operating temperature range.
CAUTION: Shorter battery life could occur if the battery
pack is left fully charged, completely discharged, or in an
excessive temperature environment (above +50°C) for an
extended period of time. If the battery pack must be left un-
used for a long time, it must be detached from the radio after
discharging. You may use the battery pack until the remain-
ing capacity is about half, then keep it safely in a cool and
dry place at the following temperature range:
–20°C to +50°C (within a month)
–20°C to +40°C (within three months)
–20°C to +20°C (within a year)
BE SURE to replace the battery pack with a new one af-
ter five years, even if still holds a charge. The inside battery
material will deteriorate after a period of time, even with lit-
tle use.
• Charging caution
R DANGER! NEVER charge the battery pack in areas with
extremely high temperatures, such as near fires or stoves,
inside a sun-heated vehicle, or in direct sunlight. In such en-
vironments, the safety/protection circuit in the battery pack
will activate, causing the battery to stop charging.
R WARNING! NEVER charge or leave the battery pack in
the battery charger beyond the specified time for charging.
If the battery pack is not completely charged by the speci-
fied time, stop charging and remove the battery pack from
the battery charger. Continuing to charge the battery pack
beyond the specified time limit may cause a fire, overheat-
ing, or the battery pack may rupture.
R WARNING! NEVER insert the radio (the battery pack at-
tached to the radio) into the charger if it is wet or soiled. This
could corrode the battery charger terminals or damage the
charger. The charger is not waterproof.
NOTE: Charge the battery pack within the specified tem-
perature range of +10°C to +40°C. Otherwise, the charg-
ing time will be longer, but the battery pack will not reach a
full charge. While charging, at a point after the temperature
goes out of the specified range, the charging will automati-
cally stop.
A-7140H-1EX Printed in Japan
© 2014 Icom Inc.