Icom GM800 Instruction Manual - Page 3

PRECAUTIONS RDANGER HIGH RF VOLTAGE! NEVER touch an antenna while transmitting. This may result in an electrical shock or burn. RWARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver during a lightning storm. It may result in an electric shock, cause a fire or damage the transceiver. Always disconnect the power source and antenna before a storm. RWARNING! NEVER directly connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock. RWARNING! NEVER mount the transceiver main unit overhead. The weight of the unit is approximately 8.5 kg, and it could easily fall due to wave shocks or vibration. The unit must be mounted on a flat hard surface only. RWARNING! NEVER connect a power source of more than 31.2 V DC. This connection could cause a fire or ruin the transceiver. RWARNING! NEVER place the transceiver where normal operation of the ship may be hindered, or where it could cause bodily injury. RWARNING! NEVER let metal, wire or other objects protrude into the transceiver or into connectors on the rear panel. This may result in an electric shock. CAUTION: DO NOT use harsh solvents such as benzine or alcohol when cleaning, because they will damage the transceiver's surfaces. CAUTION: DO NOT use the transceiver in areas with temperatures below -15°C or above +55°C. CAUTION: DO NOT place the transceiver in excessively dusty environments or in direct sunlight. CAUTION: DO NOT use non-Icom handsets or microphones. Other manufacturer's handset or microphones have different pin assignments, and connection to the GM800 may damage the transceiver. CAUTION: DO NOT place the transceiver against walls or putting anything on top of the transceiver. This may overheat the transceiver. BE CAREFUL! The transceiver main unit will become hot when operating the transceiver continuously for long periods of time. BE CAREFUL! The remote controller's front panel meets IPX7* requirements for waterproof protection. However, once the transceiver has been dropped, or the waterproof seal is cracked or damaged, waterproof protection cannot be guaranteed because of possible damage to the case or the waterproof seal. * The connectors on the rear panel do not meet IPX7. NOTE: The LCD display may have cosmetic imperfections that appear as small dark or light spots. This is not a malfunction or defect, but a normal characteristic of LCD displays. NOTE: Install the transceiver and handset or microphone as far away as possible, (at least 1 meter), from the magnetic navigation compass, to prevent erroneous indications. NOTE: Always place unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by unauthorized persons. RECOMMENDATION CLEAN THE REMOTE CONTROLLERʼS FRONT PANEL THOROUGHLY IN A BOWL OF FRESH WATER after exposure to saltwater, and dry it before operating. Otherwise, the remote controllerʼs keys, switches may become unusable, due to salt crystallization. L The connectors on the rear panel do not meet IPX7. NOTE: If the remote controller's waterproof protection appears defective, carefully clean it with a soft, damp (fresh water) cloth, then dry it before operating. The remote controller may lose its waterproof protection if the case, or connector cover is cracked or broken, or the remote controller has been dropped. Contact your Icom distributor or your dealer for advice. ii