How to Use Emergency Channel 9 on a Uniden CB Radio

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If you are ever faced with an emergency, you can summon assistance quickly via your CB radio. Channel 9 is reserved for such situations.

Instructions

Uniden CB radio

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  Move the emergency-operation switch from "Off" to "CH9."
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  Press the microphone switch and speak clearly.
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  If there is no reply, find an active channel and ask another party to communicate your emergency message on Channel 9.

Tips & Warnings

You can also access Channel 9 using the normal channel-selector knob.
Channel 9 is held in reserve by the FCC for emergency communications regarding the immediate safety of an individual or the security of property. It may also be used for motorist assistance.

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