iiPRECAUTIONS 12345678910111213141516RWARNING RF EXPOSURE! This device emitsRadio Frequency (RF) energy. Caution should be observedwhen operating this device. If you have any questions re-garding RF exposure and safety standards please refer to theFederal Communications Commission Office of Engineeringand Technology’s report on Evaluating Compliance with FCCGuidelines for Human Radio Frequency ElectromagneticFields (OET Bulletin 65)RWARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that theantenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of thebody, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. Thetransceiver will perform best if the microphone is 5 to 10 cmaway from the lips and the transceiver is vertical.RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with aearphone, headphones or other audio accessories at highvolume levels. Hearing experts advise against continuoushigh volume operation. If you experience a ringing in yourears, reduce the volume level or discontinue use.RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver whiledriving a vehicle. Safe driving requires your full attention—anything less may result in an accident.NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source of morethan 16 V DC. This will ruin the transceiver.NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source usingreverse polarity. This will ruin the transceiver.NEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or any liquids.The transceiver may be damaged.NEVER operate or touch the transceiver with wet hands.This may result in an electric shock or damage the trans-ceiver.DO NOT operate the transceiver near unshielded electri-cal blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to transmit.BE CAREFUL! The transceiver will become hot when op-erating it continuously for long periods.AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight orin areas with temperatures below –20°C or above +60°C.Place the unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use bychildren.AVOID the use of chemical agents such as benzine or al-cohol when cleaning, as they can damage the transceiver’ssurfaces.171819