User's Manual

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The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred
to above include fuelling areas such as below decks on
boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas
where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as
grain, dust or metal powders. Areas with potentially
explosive atmospheres are often but not always posted.
Blasting Caps And Blasting Areas
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations,
turn off your radio when you are near electrical blasting
caps, in a blasting area, or in areas posted:
"Turn off two-way radio". Obey all signs and instructions.
OPERATIONAL CAUTIONS
Antennas
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.
Batteries
All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily
injury such as burns if a conductive material such as
jewellery, keys, or beaded chains touch exposed terminals.
The conductive material may complete an electrical circuit
(short circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in
handling any charged battery, particularly when placing it
inside a pocket, purse, or other container with metal
objects.
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