How to care for your Motorola R2 radio
Learning how to care for your new radios can help to extend their lifespan. Read about caring for your radio.
Storing Your New Radio
- Detach the battery and accessories from your radio.
- Keep your radio with the detached battery and accessories in the original packaging.
The following are the conditions for the controlled environment:
- Dry
- Well ventilated
- Temperature ranges from 68 °F/20 °C to 86 °F/ 30 °C
- 30% to 60% humidity
Note: Minor discoloration can occur if you store the radio for an extended period. However, the discoloration typically does not impact the performance of your radio.
| IP Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| IP55 | Allows your radio to withstand low-pressure water jets from any direction and protects your radio from limited dust ingress. |
Caution: Do not disassemble your radio. This could damage radio seals and result in leak paths into the radio. Radio maintenance must be done in service depot that is equipped to test and replace the seal on the radio.
Radio Cleaning and Disinfecting
This topic describes the recommended cleaning agents and the methods to clean the external and internal surfaces of your radio. External surfaces include the front cover, housing assembly, and battery. These surfaces should be cleaned whenever a periodic visual inspection reveals the presence of smudges, grease, or grime.
Caution: Use all chemicals as prescribed by the manufacturer. Follow all safety precautions as defined on the label or material safety data sheet. The effects of certain chemicals and their vapors can have harmful results on certain plastics. Avoid using aerosol sprays, tuner cleaners, and other chemicals.
Note: Only clean internal surfaces when your radio is disassembled for service or repair.