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Warning on Danger of Radio Frequency and Magnetic Energy
The Model CS1000 generates both radio frequency energy and magnetic energy while
transmitting. Any transmitter has the potential to cause heating and other thermal effects
in your body. The amount of heating and other thermal effects is determined by the
power out from the radio and the distance from the body. To minimize exposure the radio
frequency energy and magnetic energy the user should use the radio the minimum time
required to achieve satisfactory communication, use minimum power, and keep the radio
as far away as possible.
This radio is classified as “Occupational Use Only”. That means the user of the radio is
aware of the potential hazards of using radios and is in a position to and familiar with
ways to minimize the hazards. This radio should not be used by the general public
because the general public has no knowledge of the hazards of two way radios and how
to minimize risk and might not be in a position to minimize those risks.
To Minimize exposure to radio frequency energy and magnetic energy, the following
list should be observed:
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When the PTT (push to talk) switch is pressed and you are transmitting, keep the
antenna at least 1.25 inches away from any part of your body or the body of any
bystanders.
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Keep the transmission time to a minimum. Normal operation of a radio of this type is
five percent transmitting, five percent receiving, and the rest of the time in standby
mode. Any amount in excess of fifty percent of the available time in transmit mode is
considered excessive and should be avoided.
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Use only the antenna supplied in the package or another antenna sold by Connect
Systems Inc. for this radio.
Other Warnings on Operation of the Radio
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Do not expose the radio to long periods of direct sunlight or place the radio too close
to a heating appliance.
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Do not place the radio in excessively dusty areas, humid areas, or on an unstable
surface.
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Do not modify this radio for any reason.
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Have this radio serviced only by a qualified technician.
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Do not transmit with this radio more than one minute out of every four minutes or
else the radio might get warm
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If the radio emits smoke or strange odors, immediately turn off the radio and then
remove the battery. Contact your local authorized service dealer.
