User's Manual

H-7YCPD0002-0 EDITION 1

3 OPERATION SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS

3.1 TRANSMITTER HAZARDS

WARNING

The operator of any mobile radio should be aware of certain hazards

common to the operation of vehicular radio transmitters. A list of several

possible hazards is given:

 Explosive Atmospheres – Just as it is dangerous to fuel a vehicle with the motor

running, similar hazards exist when operating a mobile radio. Be sure to turn the radio

off while fueling a vehicle. Do not carry containers of fuel in the trunk of a vehicle if the

radio is mounted in the trunk.

Areas with potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked.

Turn OFF your radio when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. It is

rare, but not impossible that the radio or its accessories could generate sparks.

 Interference to Vehicular Electronics Systems – Electronic fuel injection systems,

electronic anti-skid braking systems, electronic cruise control systems, etc., are typical

electronic systems that can malfunction due to the lack of protection from radio

frequency energy present when transmitting. If the vehicle contains such equipment,

consult the dealer and enlist their aid in determining the expected performance of

electronic circuits when the radio is transmitting.

 Electric Blasting Caps – To prevent accidental detonation of electric blasting caps, DO

NOT use two-way radios within 1000 feet of blasting operations. Always obey the “Turn

off Two-Way Radios” signs posted where electric blasting caps are being used. (OSHA

Standard: 1926-900)

 Liquefied Petroleum (LP) Gas Powered Vehicles – Mobile radio installations in vehicles

sealed-off space within the interior of the vehicle must conform to the National Fire

Protection Association standard NFPA 58 requiring:

 The LP gas container and its fittings.

 Outside filling connections shall be used for the LP gas container.

 The LP gas container shall be vented to the outside of the vehicle.