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UNPACKING
Accessories included with the transceiver: Qty.
q Antenna ......................................................................... 1
w Handstrap ...................................................................... 1
e Battery pack (BP-173 or BP-180) or
battery case (BP-170) attached to the transceiver ........ 1
r Belt clip .......................................................................... 1
t Wall charger* ................................................................. 1
*Not supplied for some versions.
DO NOT push the PTT when not actually desiring to trans-
mit.
DO NOT allow children to play with any radio equipment
containing a transmitter.
DO NOT operate the transceiver near unshielded electrical
blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere.
AVOID using or placing the transceiver in direct sunlight or
in areas with temperatures below –10°C (+14°F) or above
+60°C (+140°F).
The use of non-Icom battery packs/chargers may impair
transceiver performance and invalidate the warranty.
Even when the transceiver power is OFF, a slight current still
flows in the circuits. Remove the battery pack or case from
the transceiver when not using it for a long time. Otherwise,
the battery pack or installed dry cell batteries will become ex-
hausted.