3. Attempting to alter or replace the antenna will affect
performance and void the warranty.
4. DO NOT use any portable radio that has a damaged
antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with
your skin, a minor burn can result.
WARNING
Batteries
All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury
such as burns if a conductive material touches exposed
terminals. The conductive material may complete an electrical
circuit (short circuit) and become hot.
• Exercise care when removing NiMH or AA batteries. Do not
use sharp or conductive tools to remove these batteries.
• Exercise care in handling any charged battery, particularly
when placing it inside a pocket or enclosed container with
metal objects.
• Do not discard your battery in a fire.
• Do not replace the battery in any area labeled "Hazardous
Atmosphere". Any sparks created in a potentially explosive
atmosphere can cause explosion or fire.
• Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, shred or otherwise
attempt to change the form of your battery.
• Do not dry a wet battery or damp battery with an appliance
or heat source, such as a hair dryer or microwave oven.
• If the radio battery contact area has been submerged in
water, dry and clean the battery contacts before attaching
the battery to the radio.
• Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries
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