Walkie-talkies are now widely used.They are often needed.The maintenance and care of walkie-talkies are essential to extend their service life and maintain their good performance.The following are six tips for the maintenance and care of walkie-talkies.

1.Cleaning and maintenance: Use neutral detergent and damp cloth to clean the outer casing of the walkie-talkie regularly.Avoid using highly corrosive chemicals such as decontamination agents,alcohol,sprays or petroleum preparations,which may damage the surface and outer casing of the walkie-talkie.

2.Handle the walkie-talkie with care:Handle the walkie-talkie with care and avoid moving the walkie-talkie with a portable antenna.Do not bend the antenna at will,do not turn on the machine without connecting the antenna,and do not use unqualified antennas.

3.Waterproof,lightning and impact protection:Walkie-talkies should be waterproof,lightning and impact-proof.Avoid using walkie-talkies that are not waterproof certified on rainy days to prevent rain from entering the fuselage.Turn off the power in thunderstorms to prevent lightning strikes.Avoid hitting the walkie-talkie and operate the buttons gently.

4.Proper use of batteries:Charge new batteries overnight before use.Charge nickel-cadmium batteries or nickel-metal hydride batteries for the first time for 14-16 hours.Charge lithium-ion batteries and lithium-polymer batteries for 1-2 hours more after the indicator light turns green.When storing used batteries, discharge them to 50% and store them in a cool,dry place.Turn off the power of the walkie-talkie when charging to avoid overcharging.

5.Reasonable use of channels:Do not occupy channels for a long time unnecessarily.Be concise during the speech process to avoid long-term occupation of channels and cause overheating of the machine. Wait 1-2 seconds after pressing the PTT button before speaking,and wait 1-2 seconds after speaking before releasing the PTT button.

6.Regular inspection and maintenance:Regularly check the antenna,buttons,batteries and other components of the walkie-talkie to ensure their normal operation.Avoid lifting the antenna by hand to prevent aging and damage.Keep the walkie-talkie clean to prevent dust from entering the keyboard and affecting conductivity.