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PRECAUTIONS
Do not charge the transceiver and battery pack when they are wet.
Ensure that there are no metallic items located between the
transceiver and the battery pack.
Do not use options not specified by Kenwood.
If the die-cast chassis or other transceiver part is damaged, do not
touch the damaged parts.
If a headset or headphone is connected to the transceiver, reduce
the transceiver volume. Pay attention to the volume level when
turning the squelch off.
Do not place the microphone cable around your neck while near
machinery that may catch the cable.
Do not place the transceiver on unstable surfaces.
Ensure that the end of the antenna does not touch your eyes.
When the transceiver is used for transmission for many hours, the
radiator and chassis will become hot. Do not touch these locations
when replacing the battery pack.
Always switch the transceiver power off before installing optional
accessories.
The charger is the device that disconnects the unit from the AC
mains line. The AC plug should be readily accessible.