Care and Service, Replacing the Fuse

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Additional Information

Make all CB power and antenna wires as short as possible.

Route the power wires away from the antenna wires.

Be sure that the chassis ground connection is secure.

Replace old ignition wires with new, high-voltage, noise suppression wires.

Install noise suppressors on your spark plugs, or install new spark plugs that have built-in noise suppressors.

If problems persist, check your vehicle’s alternator/generator and regulator gauges. You can reduce the noise from these sources by using bypass capacitors at the various output voltage points.

Your local RadioShack store has a wide selection of noise suppression accessories.

Care and Service

Keep the CB dry; if it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Use and store the CB only in normal temperature environments. Handle the CB carefully; do not drop it. Keep the CB away from dust and dirt, and wipe it with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new.

If your CB is not performing as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance. To locate your nearest RadioShack, use the store locator feature on RadioShack’s web site (www.radioshack.com), or call 1-800-THE-SHACK

(843-7422) and follow the menu options. Modifying or tampering with the CB’s internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it.

Replacing the Fuse

The CB’s 2-amp in-line fuse helps protect your CB from power surges and short circuits. When replacement is required, use a 2-amp, slow-blow glass fuse (not supplied).

1.Make sure the power source and CB are both off.

2.Hold the fuse holder by both ends, push the ends together, twist one end, and pull them apart.

3.Remove the old fuse and inspect its condition. If it is blown, insert a new one of the same type and rating. If it is not blown, reinsert it.

4.Push the fuse holder ends together and twist one end.

Fuse

Fuse holder