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FOREWORD
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and completely before
using the transceiver.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL—This instruction
manual contains important operating instructions for the IC-F14/
IC-F14S
VHF TRANSCEIVERS
and IC-F24/IC-F24S/IC-F26-L
UHF
TRANSCEIVERS
.
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONSOPERATING NOTES
• When transmitting with a portable radio, hold the radio in a vertical
position with its microphone 5 to 10 centimeters (2 to 4 inches)
away from your mouth. Keep the antenna at least 2.5 centimeters
(1 inch) from your head and body.
• If you wear a portable two-way radio on your body, ensure that the
antenna is at least 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) from your body when
transmitting.
WORD DEFINITION
RWARNING Personal injury, fire hazard or electric shock
may occur.
NOTE If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
of personal injury, fire or electric shock.
CAUTION Equipment damage may occur.
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