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FT-70DR/FT-70DE Operating Manual
About Splash, Water, and Dust Resistant Features Conforming to IP54
When the included antenna and battery pack are installed, and the MIC/SP jack, EXT DC IN
jack and DATA terminal are securely covered with rubber caps, this product is dust and splash
resistant. To ensure continued Splash, Water, and Dust Resistant Features be sure to check the
following points before each use.
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Check for damages, deterioration, and dirt.
Antenna rubber, key switch rubber, MIC/SP jack, EXT DC IN jack, DATA terminal rubber cap,
and battery pack seals.
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Cleaning
Wipe with a dry soft cloth.
When this product is contaminated with seawater, sand or dirt, clean it with a soft damp cloth immediately.
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Recommended maintenance interval
To insure continued optimal performance, it is recommended that maintenance be performed
annually, or when any damage or deterioration is found.
Note that the maintenance service is subject to fees.
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Do not pour or immerse this product in the following liquids:
Sea, pool, hot spring, water containing soap, detergent, or bath additive, alcohol, or chemi-
cals.
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Do not leave this product for an extended time in a very humid location:
Bathroom, kitchen, or humid place.
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Other precautions
Do not remove the rubber cap from the battery pack, the MIC/SP jack, the EXT DC IN jack,
or the DATA terminal when water drops have accumulated on the transceiver, or when it is
placed in a wet environment. This may result in water penetrating the transceiver, and caus-
ing equipment failure.
This product is not totally waterproof, and must never be immersed in water.
Keep magnetic cards and videotapes away
from the transceiver.
The data recorded on cash cards or video-
tapes may be erased.
Do not place this transceiver in direct sun-
light or near a heater.
The case may be deformed or discolored.
Be sure to check with the manufacturer of
any hybrid or fuel-saving automobile re-
garding use of the transceiver in that car.
Noise generated by an onboard electrical
device (inverter, etc.) can disrupt the normal
operation of the transceiver.
Do not operate the transceiver near the TV
or radio.
Radio disturbance can occur in the transceiv-
er, the TV, or the radio.
Do not transmit near the television and radio.
Transmissions may cause electromagnetic
interference.
While transmitting, keep the antenna as far
from you as possible.
Long-time exposure to electromagnetic waves
may have a negative impact on your health.
Do not dangle or throw the transceiver by
holding its antenna.
This may injure others and may also result in
damage and failure of the transceiver.
Do not use the transceiver in a crowded place.
The antenna may strike others and result in an injury.
Keep this product out of the reach of chil-
dren.
Injury to the child, or damage to the transceiv-
er may result.
Do not use any products other than the
specified options and accessories.
Failure or miss operation may result.
Install the hand strap and belt clip securely.
Improper installation may cause the FT- 70DR/
FT-70DE to fall or drop, resulting in an injury
or damage.
This product has a waterproof structure
and conforms to “IP54” when the included
antenna and battery pack are installed and
rubber caps are securely attached to the
MIC/SP jack, EXT DC IN jack, and DATA
terminal. If this transceiver gets wet, dry it
with a soft cloth, do not leave it exposed to
the moisture.
Exposure to excessive moisture may degrade
the transceiver performance, shorten its life, or
cause a failure or electrical shock.
Before discarding a depleted battery pack,
affix tape or insulating covering to its ter-
minals.
