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FCC information
This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
About CE
Versions of the BC-214N which
have the “CE” symbol on the
product comply with the essential
requirements of the 2014/30/EU
directive for Electromagnetic Compatibility
and the 2001/95/EC directive for General
Product Safety.
Below statement is for UKCA purpose only
United Kingdom Authorised Importer: Icom (UK) Ltd.
Address: Blacksole House, Altira Park, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 6GZ, U.K.
Icom and the Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in Japan, the United States, the
United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia, Australia, New Zealand, and/or other countries.
1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
CAUTION: Changes or modications not
expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Disposal
The crossed-out wheeled-bin
symbol on your product,
literature, or packaging reminds
you that in the European Union,
all electrical and electronic
products, batteries, and
accumulators (rechargeable
batteries) must be taken to designated
collection locations at the end of their working
life. Do not dispose of these products as
unsorted municipal waste. Dispose of them
according to the laws in your area.
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A7372W-2EX-1 Printed in Japan
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INSTRUCTIONS
MULTI CHARGER
BC-214N
Explicit denitions
WORD DEFINITION
R DANGER!
R
WARNING!
CAUTION
NOTE
Precautions
R DANGER! NEVER charge non-Icom Li-ion
rechargeable batteries. Never charge or use
an alkaline, dry cell, third-party, or counterfeit
battery packs or charger adapter. Otherwise, a
re and/or explosion may occur.
R WARNING! NEVER modify the charger and/
or power adapter. This may cause a re hazard
or electric shock.
CAUTION: DO NOT let metal, wire, and so on,
touch any internal parts of the charger.
CAUTION: DO NOT use the charger with the
power adapter when it is covered by objects that
impede heat dispersal.
USE INDOORS ONLY! NEVER expose the
charger and the power adapter to rain, snow or
any liquids.
Always place the charger in a secure place to
avoid inadvertent use by unauthorized person.
USE only specied accessories. Using third
party or counterfeit may result in a re hazard or
electric shock.
KEEP the charger away from TV sets or radios
to prevent interference.
MAKE SURE battery and charger contacts are
always clean. Otherwise, battery packs may not
be charged properly.
An appropriate desktop charger adapter must be
purchased separately to charge different Icom
battery packs.
Personal death, serious injury
or an explosion may occur.
Personal injury, re hazard or
electric shock may occur.
Equipment damage may occur.
If disregarded, inconvenience
only. No risk of personal injury,
re or electric shock.
Thank you for choosing this Icom product.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS carefully and
completely before using this product.
The BC-214N
multi charger was designed
to charge Li-ion battery packs.
When the charger is not in use, disconnect the
power adapter from an AC outlet. The power
adapter consumes power when connected to the
AC outlet.
D Charging cautions
R DANGER! NEVER charge the battery pack in
areas with extremely high temperatures, such as
near res or stoves, inside a sun-heated vehicle,
or in direct sunlight. In such environments,
the safety/protection circuit in the battery will
activate, causing the battery to stop charging.
R WARNING! NEVER charge the battery
packs during a lightning storm. It may result in
an electric shock, cause a re or damage the
products. Always disconnect the power adapter
before a storm.
R WARNING! NEVER charge or leave the
battery in the battery charger beyond the
specied time for charging. If the battery is
not completely charged by the specied time,
stop charging and remove the battery from the
battery charger. Continuing to charge the battery
beyond the specied time limit may cause a re,
overheating, or the battery may rupture.
R WARNING! Occasionally observe the battery
pack condition while charging. If any abnormal
condition occurs, discontinue using the battery
pack.
CAUTION: DO NOT insert the battery packs
(with/without the transceiver) into the charger if
it is wet or soiled. This could corrode the battery
charger terminals or damage the charger. The
charger is not waterproof.
NOTE: DO NOT charge the battery pack outside
of the specied temperature range: 15°C ~ 40°C
(59°F ~ 104°F). Otherwise, the charging time
will be longer, but the battery will not reach a
full charge. While charging, at a point after the
temperature goes out of the specied range, the
charging will automatically stop.
NOTE: If your battery packs seem to have
no capacity even after being fully charged,
completely discharge them, then fully charge
them again. If they still do not retain a charge
(or very little), a new battery packs must be
purchased.
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D Battery cautions
Misuse of Li-ion batteries may result in
the following hazards: smoke, re, or the
battery may rupture. Misuse can also cause
damage to the battery or degradation of
battery performance.
R DANGER! KEEP battery packs away from
re. Fire or heat may cause them to rupture or
explode. Dispose of an used battery pack in
accordance with local regulations.
R WARNING! NEVER use deteriorated battery
packs. They could cause a re.
CAUTION: DO NOT continue to use the battery
pack if it emits an abnormal odor, heats up,
or is discolored or deformed. If any of these
conditions occur, contact your Icom dealer or
distributor.
BE CAREFUL of the battery pack’s
temperature—when the battery pack is
extremely cold, the charger cannot charge the
pack.
BE SURE to replace the battery pack with
a new one approximately ve years after
manufacturing, even if it still holds a charge.
The material inside the battery cells will become
weak after a period of time, even with little
use. The estimated number of times you can
charge the pack is between 300 and 500. Even
when the pack appears to be fully charged, the
operating time of the transceiver may become
short when:
• Approximately 5 years have passed since the
pack was manufactured.
• The pack has been repeatedly charged.
The battery cells may deteriorate and swell due
to their characteristics if used in an environment
and conditions such as: frequently charged,
recharged immediately after full charge, used
or saved in a hot place, or charged by methods
other than the instructions. If the battery pack
swells, it has reached the end of its life due to
deterioration. Replace it with a brand new one.
Supplied accessory
Item Quantity
• Power adapter ............................................. 1
L A different type or no power adapter is
supplied, depending on the charger version.
Specications
Dimensions:
Weight: Approximately 1.2 kg, 2 lb 10 oz
Charging temperature range:
15˚C ~ 40˚C, 59˚F ~ 104˚F
Power supply requirement:
12 ~ 16 V DC or the specied
L All stated specications are subject to change
without notice or obligation.
Icom is not responsible for the destruction,
damage to, or performance of any Icom or
non-Icom equipment, if the malfunction is
because of:
• Force majeure, including, but not
limited to, res, earthquakes, storms,
oods, lightning, other natural disasters,
disturbances, riots, war, or radioactive
contamination.
• The use of Icom products with any
equipment that is not manufactured or
approved by Icom.
303.2 (W) × 179.7 (D) × 78.2 (H) mm,
11.9 (W) × 7.5 (D) × 3.1 (H) inch
(projections not included)
( with six charger adapters / without
power adapter)
power adapter
How to charge
1. Connect the power adapter as shown
below.
• No status indicator lights up.
2. Insert a battery pack, with or without
the transceiver, into a charging slot.
• The status indicator for the slot lights
orange.
3. When the status indicator changes to
green, battery charging is completed.
Battery pack + Transceiver
Turn OFF
Battery pack
BC-214N
Status indicator
(Individual indicators)
Charger adapters are installed in each slot.
L The shape of charger adapter may differ,
depending on the charger version.
D Status indicator
m Lights orange: While charging
m Lights green: Charging is completed
m Blinks orange and green alternatively:
NOTE: When the indicator turns OFF even while a battery pack is inserted, the
connection may be poor. Reinsert the battery pack.
There is a problem with the battery pack and/or the charger.
CAUTION: The transceiver power MUST be
turned OFF during charging, otherwise:
• The battery pack will not correctly charged.
• The battery life may be shortened.
The transceiver cannot be used, even while
charging.
OPC-656
Connect to a
DC power supply:
12 to 16 V, at least 7 A
Red line: +
Black line: _
A different type or no power adapter
is supplied, depending on the charger
version.
To an AC outlet
BC-157S
z The protection circuit is activated (not a malfunction) when:
• The battery pack temperature exceeds 45°C (113˚F).
– Remove and cool down the battery pack.
• The battery pack is at the end of its working life.
– When the indicator blinks within 1 hour from the start of the charging, charge the battery
pack again. If the indicator still blinks orange and green alternatively, replace the battery
pack with a brand new one.
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