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CITIZEN BAND (CB) RADIO
The CB radio is a low-powered transmitting device used for two-way,
short-distance communications. The CB can be a very useful tool for emer-
gency weather condition information and potential road hazards reported by
other CB operators.
Handset:
• Volume/On/Off control has no effect on radio transmission.
• Squelch control is first turned up to a point where static or background
noise can be heard then reduced to a point where the static disappears.
• The Channel Selector is used to select channels (1-40) by pressing the
Channel Up/Down Tuning buttons.
• When the Microphone button is pressed, the CB radio switches from a
listening device to a transmitter. Anything spoken into the microphone
is transmitted over the airway of the channel selected. Press the button
to talk and release the button to receive a reply.
Emergency Communication:
• Set the CB radio to Channel 9.
• Request a React base (if available) to respond by saying "Break Channel 9 for a React
base" and provide the CB Distress Data (called "CLIP") repeatedly so the nearest monitor
may be of assistance:
C(all sign) - Identify yourself and vehicle.
L(ocation) - Be exact.
I(njuries) - How many? What type? Are persons trapped?
P(roblem) - Give details and be specific about the assistance needed.
NOTE:
Channel 9 is for emergency use only.
Following rules of use:
Limit communication to five minutes at a time. Give others a chance to use the channel. Do not use
illegally amplified transmitter power or illegally high antennas or promote illegal activities. Do not
transmit profanity or music over the airway. Do not use the CB to sell merchandise or a professional
service.
Troubleshooting:
• Limited Range: Weather conditions, environment, terrain, trees, other vehicles, and/or the
power of the radio and its antenna, and matching of the Standing Wave Ratio (SWR) set-
ting affect CB radio range. See OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) manual to adjust
SWR.
• No Power: Check 3 Amp fuse in Front Run Box.
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