Icom IC-A120 Basic Manual - Page 3

PRECAUTIONS R WARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an AC outlet. This may pose a fire hazard or result in an electric shock. DO NOT use harsh solvents such as benzine or alcohol when cleaning, as they damage the transceiver surfaces. R WARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to a power source of more than 31.5 V DC. This could damage the transceiver. BE CAREFUL! The transceiver will become hot when operating continuously for long periods. R WARNING! NEVER cut the DC power cable between the DC plug and fuse holder. If an incorrect connection is made after cutting, the transceiver might be damaged. R WARNING! NEVER place the transceiver where normal operation of the vehicle may be hindered or where it could cause bodily injury. CAUTION: NEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or any liquids. NEVER place the transceiver in an insecure place to avoid inadvertent use by unauthorized persons. USE the specified microphone only. Other microphones have different pin assignments and may damage the transceiver. Place the transceiver in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by children. KEEP the transceiver away from the heavy rain, and never immerse it in the water. The transceiver meets IP54* requirements for dustprotection and splash resistance. However, once the transceiver has been dropped, dust protection and splash resistance cannot be guaranteed due to the fact that the transceiver may be cracked, or the waterproof seal damaged, and so on. *Only when the supplied microphone is attached. DO NOT operate or place the transceiver in areas with temperatures below -30°C (-22°F) or above +60°C (+140°F), or in areas subject to direct sunlight, such as the dashboard. CAUTION: In Canada, use of 8.33 kHz Channel Spacing of this radio is strictly prohibited and shall not be used. DO NOT operate the transceiver without running the vehicle's engine. The vehicle's battery will quickly run out when the transceiver transmits while the vehicle's engine is OFF. Icom, Icom Inc. and Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom DO NOT place the transceiver in excessively dusty environments. Incorporated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia, Australia, New Zealand, and/or other DO NOT place the transceiver against walls. Otherwise heat dissipation will be obstructed. countries. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Icom inc. is under license. All other products or brands are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. ii