Suspend calls in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Rain,
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sleet, snow, ice, and heavy traffic can be hazardous.
Do not take notes or look up phone numbers. Jotting down a "to do"
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list or flipping through your address book takes attention away from
your primary responsibility of driving safely.
Dial sensibly and assess the traffic. Place calls when you are not
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moving or before pulling into traffic. Try to plan calls when your car
will be stationary.
Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may be
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distracting. Make the person you are talking to aware that you are
driving and suspend conversations that could potentially divert your
attention from the road.
Use your device to call for help. Dial a local emergency number in the
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case of fire, traffic accidents, or medical emergencies.
Use your device to help others in emergencies. If you see a car
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accident, a crime in progress, or a serious emergency where lives are
in danger, call a local emergency number.
Call roadside assistance or a special, non-emergency assistance
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number when necessary. If you see a broken-down vehicle posing no
serious hazard, a broken traffic signal, a minor traffic accident where
no one appears injured, or a vehicle that you know to be stolen, call a
number that is designated for reporting these types of situations.
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Proper care and use of your mobile device
Keep your device dry
Humidity and liquids may damage the parts or electronic circuits in
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your device.
Do not turn on your device if it is wet. If your device is already on,
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turn it off and remove the battery immediately (if the device will not
turn off or you cannot remove the battery, leave it as-is). Then, dry the
device with a towel and take it to a service centre.
Liquids will change the colour of the label that indicates water
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damage inside the device. Water damage to your device can void
your manufacturer's warranty.
Do not use or store your device in areas with high
concentrations of dust or airborne materials
Dust or foreign materials can cause your device to malfunction and may
result in fire or electric shock.
Store your device only on flat surfaces
If your device falls, it may be damaged.