Midland Radio GXT 850 owner manual Troubleshooting Guide, USE and Care

Model GXT800/850 Series®

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM	SOLUTION
No Power	- Check battery installation and/or replace batteries
Cannot Receive	- Confirm the radios have the same channel
Messages	and Privacy Code settings.
	- Make sure that you are within range of the other
	transceivers.
	- Buildings and other structures may interfere with
	your communication.
	(See ABOUT RANGE on Page 9)
Radio is not responding	- Make sure key lock is not on. See "Keypad Lock"
to button presses	(Page 11).
	- Radio might need to be reset. Turn radio off then
	on.
	- Ensure accessory microphone is set properly
Display is dim	- Recharge or replace batteries.
Charger not functioning	- Contacts on the back of the radio may require
	cleaning.
	- Ensure the outlet where the charger is plugged
	into is functioning properly.
	- Check that the battery pack is installed in the
	radio properly.

USE AND CARE

1.Use a soft damp cloth to clean the radio

2.Do not use alcohol or cleaning solutions to clean the radio.

3.Do not immerse the radio in water.

4.Dry the radio with dry lint-free cloth should it get wet.

5.Turn off the radio and remove the batteries during long-term storage.

If you have a problem which you believe requires service, please call first and speak with a service technician. Many problems can be remedied over the phone without returning the unit for service.

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