FOREWORD

Thank you for purchasing the IC-F21GM FM transceiver.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before using the transceiver.

SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL–This instruction manual contains important operating instructions for the transceiver.

IMPORTANT

RCAUTION! NEVER hold the transceiver so that the antenna is very close to, or touching exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. The transceiver will perform best if the microphone is 2 to 4 in. (5 to 10 cm) away from the lips and the transceiver is vertical.

RCAUTION! NEVER operate the transceiver with a headset or other audio accessories at high volume levels.

RCAUTION! NEVER short the terminals of the battery pack.

DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to transmit.

AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or in areas with temperatures below –22°F (–30°C) or above +140°F (+60°C).

DO NOT modify the transceiver for any reason.

KEEP the transceiver from the heavy rain, and Never immerse it in water. The transceiver construction is water resistant, not water- proof.

The use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers may impair transceiver performance and invalidate the warranty.

FCC caution: Changes or modifications to this transceiver, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to op- erate this transceiver under FCC regulations.

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Icom IC-F21GM instruction manual Foreword