Icom IC-F27SR Instruction Manual

iiiPRECAUTIONSR DANGER! NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack.R DANGER! Use and charge only specified Icom battery packswith Icom radios or Icom chargers. Only Icom battery packs aretested and approved for use with Icom radios or charged with Icomchargers. Using third-party or counterfeit battery packs or chargersmay cause smoke, fire, or cause the battery to burst.R WARNING! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the antennais very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body, especiallythe face or eyes, while transmitting. The transceiver will performbest if the microphone is 5 to 10 cm away from the lips and thetransceiver is vertical.R WARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with a headsetor other audio accessories at high volume levels. Hearing expertsadvise against continuous high volume operation. If you experiencea ringing in your ears, reduce the volume level or discontinue use.R WARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver while driving avehicle. Safe driving requires your full attention—anything less mayresult in an accident.CAUTION: NEVER connect the transceiver to a power sourceother than the specified battery pack/case. Such a connection willruin the transceiver.CAUTION: MAKE SURE the battery pack is securely attachedto the transceiver, and that the battery pack is dry before attach-ment. Exposing the inside of the transceiver to water will result inserious damage to the transceiver.DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to transmit.