iiPRECAUTIONSR WARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to anAC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electricshock.R WARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to apower source of more than 16 V DC or use reverse polarity.This could cause a fire or damage the transceiver.R WARNING! NEVER cut the DC power cable be-tween the DC plug and fuse holder. If an incorrect connectionis made after cutting, the transceiver might be damaged.R WARNING! NEVER place the transceiver wherenormal operation of the vehicle may be hindered or where itcould cause bodily injury.CAUTION: NEVER allow children to touch the trans-ceiver.CAUTION: NEVER expose the transceiver to rain,snow or any liquids.USE the specified microphone only. Other microphoneshave different pin assignments and may damage the trans-ceiver.DO NOT use or place the transceiver in areas with tem-peratures below –30°C (–22°F) or above +60°C (+140°F), orin areas subject to direct sunlight, such as the dashboard.DO NOT operate the transceiver without running the ve-hicle’s engine. The vehicle’s battery will quickly run out whenthe transceiver transmits while the vehicle’s engine is OFF.DO NOTplacethetransceiverinexcessivelydustyenvi-ronments.DO NOT place the transceiver against walls. This will ob-struct heat dissipation.DO NOT use harsh solvents such as benzine or alcoholwhen cleaning, as they will damage the transceiver sur-faces.BE CAREFUL! The transceiver will become hot whenoperating continuously for long periods of time.Approved Icom optional equipment is designed for optimalperformance when used with an Icom transceiver.Icom is not responsible for the destruction or damage to anIcom transceiver in the event the Icom transceiver is used withequipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom.