• Use the lowest volume necessary to do your job.
• Turn up the volume only if you are in noisy surroundings.
• Turn down the volume before adding headset or earpiece.
• Limit the amount of time you use headsets or earpieces at high volume.
WARNING
• When using the radio without a headset or earpiece, do not place the radio's
speaker directly against your ear
• Use careful with the earphone maybe possible excessive sound pressure from
earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss
Note: Exposure to loud noises from any source for extended periods of time may
temporarily or permanently affect your hearing. The louder the radio's
volume, the less time is required before
•your hearing could be affected. Hearing damage from loud noise is
sometimes undetectable at first and can have a cumulative effect.
Avoid Burns
Antennas
•Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna
comes into contact with the skin when the radio is in use, a minor burn can result.
Batteries (If appropriate)
WARNING
•When the conductive material such as jewelry, keys or chains touch exposed
terminals of the batteries, may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit the
battery) and become hot to cause bodily injury such as burns. Exercise care in
handling any battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse or other
container with metal objects
Long transmission
•When the transceiver is used for long transmissions, the radiator and chassis will
become hot.
Safety Operation
Forbid
•Do not use charger outdoors or in moist environments, use only in dry
locations/conditions.
•Do not disassemble the charger, that may result in risk of electrical shock or fire.
WARNING
•Do not operate the charger if it has been broken or damaged in any way.
•Do not place a portable radio in the area over
an air bag or in the air bag deployment area. The radio may be propelled with great
force and cause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle when the air bag inflates.
To reduce risk
•Pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the charger.
•Unplug the charger from the AC outlet before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning.
•Contact Retevis for assistance regarding repairs and service.
•The adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible
Approved Accessories
•This radio meets the RF exposure guidelines when used with the Retevis
accessories supplied or designated for the product. Use of other accessories may
not ensure compliance with the RF exposure guidelines and may violate
regulations.
WARNING
•For a list of Retevis-approved accessories for your radio model, visit the following
website: http://www.Retevis.com
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