Tyco Electronics P7100IP Portable Radio User Manual


 
MM101332V1, Rev. K
14 OPERATION FOLLOWING WATER CONTACT
If the P7100
IP
model radio has been immersed in water or if the microphone air path or speaker grill
become clogged with water, follow instructions under “Radio Microphone” and “Radio Speaker” sections
to assure the highest quality transmitted and received messages.
14.1 RADIO MICROPHONE
In the event the P7100
IP
microphone air path becomes clogged with water, blow two quick successive
breaths of air directly into the radio microphone air hole. Refer to
Figure 14-1. This will help to clear any
water trapped in the microphone air path and allow the microphone to function properly.
Figure 14-1: Radio Microphone
14.2 RADIO SPEAKER
To assure the user receives the highest quality receive audio possible after the radio has contacted water
or been immersed, it may be necessary to clear excess water from the speaker cavity and grill. The
speaker grill has been designed for easy drainage. To facilitate maximum drainage and the highest quality
speaker output, shake the radio vigorously with speaker grill face down.
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