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Important Safety Information
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Operational Warnings
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn off your radio when you are in any area with a
potentially explosive atmosphere, unless it is a type
especially qualified for use in such areas (for example,
Factory Mutual Approved). Sparks in a potentially
explosive atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire
resulting in bodily injury or even death.
N
OTE:
Batteries
Do not replace or charge batteries in a potentially
explosive atmosphere. Contact sparking may occur while
installing or removing batteries and cause an explosion.
Blasting Caps and Areas
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations,
turn off your radio when you are near electrical blasting
caps, in a blasting area, or in areas posted: "Turn off
two-way radio". Obey all signs and instructions.
!
The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres
referred to include fueling areas such as: below
decks on boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage
facilities; areas where the air contains chemicals or
particles, such as grain, dust or metal powders; and
any other area where you would normally be advised
to turn off your vehicle engine. Areas with potentially
explosive atmospheres are often but not always
posted.
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