damage the radio and violate compliance. Do not change or
modify the antenna.
Do not hold the antenna when the radio is ‘in use’.
Holding the antenna reduces talk range and may cause bodily
harm.
Safety and General Use whilst in a vehicle
Check the laws and regulations regarding the use of two way
radios in the area where you drive. Always obey them.
1 - For vehicles fitted with air bags
Do not place your radio in the area over an air bag or in the air
bag deployment area.
Air bags inflate with great force. If a radio is placed in the air
bag deployment area and the air bag inflates, the radio may
be propelled with great force and cause serious injury to the
occupants of the vehicle.
2 - Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn your radio OFF prior to entering any area with a
potentially explosive atmosphere.
Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting
in injury or even death.
Note: The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are
often, but not always clearly marked. They include fueling
areas such as below decks on boats, fuel or chemical transfer
or storage facilities, area where the air contains chemicals or
particles, such as grain, dust or metal powders, and any other
area where you would normally be advised to turn off your
vehicle engine.
3 - Blasting Caps and Areas
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn
off your radio when you are near electrical blasting caps or in
a “blasting area” or in areas posted: “Turn off two-way radio”.
Obey all signs and instructions.
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