Proper operation of this radio will result in user exposure far below the Occupational Safety and Health Act and Federal Communication Commission limits. DO NOT hold the radio in such a manner that the antenna is close to, or touching, exposed parts of the body -- especially the eyes or face --while the radio is transmitting. DO NOT operate the radio near unshielded electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere, unless it is a type specifically designed and qualified for such use. DO NOT operate the radio unless the antenna connector is secure and any open connectors are properly terminated. DO NOT allow children to operate transmitter- equipped radio equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. BATTERY CHARGING AND CARE Do not dispose of the battery pack in fire - it may explode, causing injury or death. Do not replace the battery in hazardous atmosphere locations. Do not carry battery loose in your pocket or purse. Do not attempt to repair battery. . g The product you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its useful life under various state and local laws it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details concerning recycling options or proper disposal in your area. Call Toll Free 1-800-8BATTERY for information and/or procedures for returning rechargeable batteries in your state. Your radio comes supplied with one 7.5 volt 1100 mAh Ni-Cd battery pack, which can be recharged from 500 to 1000 times before requiring replacement. The actual number of charge / recharge cycles vary depending upon usage. We recommend that the battery be charged 14 to 16 hours on the first charge cycle and then in accordance with the charger model instructions thereafter. To remove the battery pack, push up on the battery latch and slide the battery pack to the right. To replace the battery, align the battery on the track and slide to the left until a click is heard, indicating the battery is correctly installed. If the battery is to be charged on the radio, ensure that the power switch on the radio is in the off position before charging. Failing to turn the power switch to off during the charge cycle will result in a less than full charge condition, which will noticeably reduce the operating time between charges! Normal battery operation time is 8 hours. This may vary depending upon how much the receiver audio is present and how much you transmit. The actual time may vary from day to day depending upon operational requirements. FOR BEST PERFORMANCE 1. Charge battery to full capacity, 14 hours at the standard C/10 rate (capacity X .10). For "rapid" chargers, allow additional time (2-3 hours) for "topping off" the charge after it switches from "fast" to "slow". 2. Use the battery soon and use as much of the battery capacity as possible or practical. A battery that is charged and discharged completely will maintain the longest running time capacity. Also, several charge/discharge cycles are recommended to bring a new battery up to its rated capacity. 3. Store and charge the batteries at room temperature 65°F to 75°F. Batteries that have been stored for over a month should be recharged before putting into service due to chemical self-discharge which occurs at a rate of approximately 1% per day. Do not charge cold batteries (40°F or below). 4. Reduced capacity or "memory effect" may result from repeated identical shallow discharge/full recharge cycles. If such a condition is suspected, run the battery until the instrumentation loses all power, then fully recharge and discharge again. Repeat this cycle 3-4 times. EXTENDED OPERATIONS When operating in "Fringe Areas" at some distance from the System, the other party may not receive your transmission clearly. Also you may notice that the background noise will increase on received signals. Moving to higher ground or moving closer to the System will help alleviate these problems. If moving closer to the System is not practical, communication may be improved by moving away from shielding structures. If you are in a building interior, move closer to a window (preferably one generally in the direction of the System). At 800 MHz the wave length is very short, sometimes moving a few inches to a few feet can make significant signal strength changes. Finding the best location can also be done while listening to the background noise while moving about; attempt to find a spot where the background noise is reduced to a minimum or eliminated entirely. This may make the difference from not being heard, to being heard loud and clear when operating in the fringe areas of your System coverage. The fringe distance will vary greatly from plains areas, hilly terrain and mountain top sites. FCC LICENSING This unit may or may not require a specific FCC license ...