SRP9170/80 P25 Portable Radio – User Manual
© ComGroup Australia 2010 Page 3 TNM-U-E-0091 1.4a
General Safety
1. Do not operate your portable radio, without a handsfree kit, whilst driving a
vehicle.
2. Do not
operate your radio in an explosive atmosphere – unless the radio’s level
of IECEx approval is approved for use in that atmosphere.
Obey the 'Turn Off Two-way Radios' signs where these are posted, e.g. on a
petrol station forecourt.
3. Do not
dispose of batteries in a fire.
IECEx Intrinsically Safe Radios
Radio models approved for use in hazardous environments according to the IECEx Scheme
are marked with an approval number.
Refer to the label on the radio for the IECEx compliance level.
The following MUST be observed to maintain the IECEx protection rating:
• Use only approved SIMOCO battery, part number PAR-9180BATL2i or PAR-9180BATL3i
.
• Battery charging must only be carried out in non-hazardous areas, using an approved
battery charger.
• Metal belt clips must NOT be used in hazardous areas.
• It is a requirement that when the radio is used in a hazardous area that either the SRP9180
Accessory Cover Assy (6102 350 1446) or an approved Simoco IECEx accessory is fitted
(refer Section 7 for list of approved accessories).
• Approved accessories may only be connected and disconnected outside hazardous areas.
• Prior to use in a hazardous area, inspect the radio and accessories for signs of damage.
Any visible signs of damage to the radio or accessories may compromise the integrity and
safety of the radio. A damaged radio or accessories must be repaired or replaced prior to use
in a hazardous area.
• Incorrect storage, handling or operation of the radio and accessories, as specified in
Simoco published User Guides and Service Manuals, may compromise the safety and
integrity of the radio and/or accessories.
• Approved labels stating the IECEx rating level must be on the radio and accessories, and
be legible, before their use in a hazardous area.
• Servicing and upgrades of IECEx approved Intrinsically Safe radios and accessories must
only be carried out by Simoco IECEx Intrinsically Safe trained staff, at locations that have
been IECEx approved. Please contact the Simoco Help Desk on 1300 363 607 for your
nearest approved Service Department.
• Substitution of parts or accessories will void the equipments’ IECEx Intrinsic Safety rating.
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