Icom IC-7600 Instruction Manual - Page 3

PRECAUTIONS R WARNING HIGH RF VOLTAGE! NEVER attach an antenna or internal antenna connector during transmission. This may result in an electrical shock or burn. R WARNING! NEVER operate the transceiver with a headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels. Hearing experts advise against continuous high volume operation. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use. DO NOT use chemical agents such as benzine or alcohol when cleaning the IC-7600, as they can damage the transceiver's surfaces. DO NOT push the PTT switch when you don't actu- ally desire to transmit. DO NOT use or place the transceiver in areas with temperatures below ±0°C (+32°F) or above +50°C (+122°F). R WARNING! Immediately turn the transceiver power OFF and remove the power cable if it emits an DO NOT place the transceiver in excessively dusty environments or in direct sunlight. 1 abnormal odor, sound or smoke. Contact your Icom DO NOT place the transceiver against walls or 2 dealer or distributor for advice. putting anything on top of the transceiver. This may CAUTION! NEVER put the transceiver in any overheat the transceiver. 3 unstable place (such as on a slanted surface or vibrated place). This may cause injury and/or damage Always place unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by children. 4 to the transceiver. CAUTION! NEVER change the internal settings of the transceiver. This may reduce transceiver perfor- BE CAREFUL! If you use a linear amplifier, set the transceiver's RF output power to less than the linear amplifier's maximum input level, otherwise, the linear 5 6 mance and/or damage to the transceiver. amplifier will be damaged. In particular, incorrect settings for transmitter circuits, BE CAREFUL! The rear panel will become hot when 7 such as output power, idling current, etc., might damage the expensive final devices. operating the transceiver continuously for long periods of time. 8 The transceiver warranty does not cover any prob- Use Icom microphones only (supplied or optional). 9 lems caused by unauthorized internal adjustment. Other manufacturers' microphones have different pin CAUTION! NEVER apply AC power to the assignments, and connection to the IC-7600 may 10 [DC13.8V] socket on the transceiver rear panel. This could cause a fire or damage the transceiver. damage the transceiver or microphone. The LCD display may have cosmetic imperfections 11 CAUTION! NEVER apply more than 16 V DC, such as a 24 V battery, to the [DC13.8V] socket on that appear as small dark or light spots. This is not a malfunction or defect, but a normal characteristic of 12 the transceiver rear panel. This could cause a fire or LCD displays. 13 damage the transceiver. During maritime mobile operation, keep the trans- CAUTION! NEVER let metal, wire or other objects ceiver and microphone as far away as possible from 14 protrude into the transceiver or into connectors on the the magnetic navigation compass to prevent errone- rear panel. This may result in an electric shock. ous indications. 15 CAUTION! NEVER block any cooling vents on the top, rear or bottom of the transceiver. Turn the transceiver power OFF and/or disconnect the DC power cable when you will not use the trans- 16 CAUTION! NEVER expose the transceiver to ceiver for long period of time. 17 rain, snow or any liquids. For U.S.A. only CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this device, 18 CAUTION! NEVER install the transceiver in a not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your place without adequate ventilation. Heat dissipation authority to operate this device under FCC regula- 19 may be reduced, and the transceiver may be damaged. tions. CAUTION! NEVER operate or touch the trans- 20 ceiver with wet hands. This may result in an electric shock or damage to the transceiver. 21 ii