July 16, 2004 6881094C28-D
2-2 Basic Maintenance: Handling Precautions
2.2.1 XTS 5000 R Radios Only
If the radio battery contact area has been submerged in water, dry and clean the radio battery
contacts before attaching a battery to the radio. Otherwise, the water could short-circuit the radio.
If the radio has been submerged in water, shake the radio briskly so that any water that is trapped
inside the speaker grille and microphone port can be removed. Otherwise, the water will decrease
the audio quality of the radio.
• The XTS 5000 radio casting has two vent ports that allow for pressure
equalization in the radio. Never poke these vents with any objects, such
as needles, tweezers, or screwdrivers. This could create a leak path into
the radio and, in the case of XTS 5000 R radios, the radio’s submergibility
will be lost.
• The pressure equalization vent is located on the chassis, just below the
battery contact. Never obstruct or cover the two slots with any object,
including a label. Ensure that no oily substances come in contact with this
vent.
•(XTS 5000 R Radios Only) The XTS 5000 R radio is designed to be
submerged to a maximum depth of 3 feet, with a maximum submersion
time of 2 hours per U.S. MIL-STD. Exceeding either maximum limit may
result in damage to the radio. For specific U.S. MIL-STD details, see
Section “8.10 Ensuring Radio Submergibility” on page 8-16.
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