Kenwood PKT-23K User Manual

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NOTICES TO THE USER
◆  Government law prohibits the operation of unlicensed radio 
transmitters within the territories under government control.
◆  Illegal operation is punishable by fi ne and/or imprisonment.
◆  Refer service to qualifi ed technicians only.
Safety: It is important that the operator is aware of, and 
understands, hazards common to the operation of any 
transceiver.
PRECAUTIONS
• 
Do not charge the transceiver and battery pack when they are wet.
• 
Ensure that there are no metallic items located between the 
transceiver and the battery pack.
• 
Do not use options not specifi ed by KENWOOD.
• 
If any transceiver part is damaged, do not touch the damaged 
parts.
• 
If a headset or headphone is connected to the transceiver, reduce 
the transceiver volume. Pay attention to the volume level when 
turning the squelch off.
• 
Do not place the cable of the clip microphone with earphone/
hanger around your neck while near machinery that may catch the 
cable.
• 
Do not place the transceiver on unstable surfaces. If the transceiver 
switches OFF/ON as a result of falling or hard impact, the volume 
and channel confi gurations may reset. 
• 
Ensure that the end of the antenna does not touch your eyes.
• 
Do not immerse the transceiver in water.
• 
Always switch the transceiver power off before installing optional 
accessories.
• 
The charger is the device that disconnects the unit from the AC 
mains line. The AC plug should be readily accessible.