INTRODUCTION

Warnings

and

Precautions

IMPORTANT!

Read all instructions carefully and completely before using the VHF 725 Marine Radio. This device is intended only as an aid to boating safety and navigation. The performance of the VHF 725 can be affected by many factors including environmental conditions and improper handling or use. It is the user’s responsibility to exercise good safety and navigational judgement and the GARMIN VHF 725 should not be relied upon in lieu of such prudence and judgement.

CAUTIONS

For these reasons, the operator should exercise the following precautions to ensure proper and reliable use of the GARMIN VHF 725.

DO NOT operate this transceiver within 1 meter of the ship’s navigational compass.

DO NOT recharge batteries except in methods described in this manual.

DO NOT use this transceiver for inappropriate communica- tions. Know and observe the FCC Rules for Marine Radio Operation.

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