Alcatel A621BL User Manual page 32

Faulty and damaged products
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• Do not attempt to disassemble the phone or its accessory.
• Only qualified personnel must service or repair the phone or its
accessory.
General precautions
You alone are responsible for how you use your phone and any
consequences of its use. You must always switch off your phone wherever
the use of a phone is prohibited. Use of your phone is subject to safety
measures designed to protect users and their environment.
 Avoid applying excessive pressure to the device
Do not apply excessive pressure on the screen and the device to
prevent damaging them and remove the device from your pants' pocket
before sitting down. It is also recommended that you store the device
in a protective case and only use the device stylus or your finger when
interacting with the touch screen. Cracked display screens due to improper
handling are not covered by the warranty.
Device getting warm after prolonged use
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When using your device for prolonged periods of time, such as when you're
talking on the phone, charging the battery or browsing the Web, the device
may become warm. In most cases, this condition is normal and therefore
should not be interpreted as a problem with the device.
 Heed service markings
Except as explained elsewhere in the Operating or Service documentation,
do not service any product yourself. Service needed on components inside
the device should be done by an authorized service technician or provider.
Protect your phone
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• Always treat your phone and its accessories with care and keep them in
a clean and dust-free place.
• Do not expose your phone or its accessories to open flames or lit
tobacco products.
• Do not expose your phone or its accessories to liquid, moisture or
high humidity.
• Do not drop, throw or try to bend your phone or its accessories.
• Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or aerosols to clean the
device or its accessories.
• Do not paint your phone or its accessories.
• Do not attempt to disassemble your phone or its accessories, only
authorised personnel must do so.
• Do not expose your phone or its accessories to extreme temperatures,
maximum 140°F (60°C).
• Please check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
• Do not carry your phone in your back pocket as it could break when
you sit down.
 Damage requiring service
Unplug the product from the electrical outlet and refer servicing to an
authorized service technician or provider under the following conditions:
• Liquid has been spilled or an object has fallen into the product.
• The product has been exposed to rain or water.
• The product has been dropped or damaged.
• There are noticeable signs of overheating.
• The product does not operate normally when you follow the operating
instructions.
 Avoid hot areas
The product should be placed away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
 Avoid wet areas
Never use the product in a wet location.
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Avoid using your device after a dramatic change in temperature
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When you move your device between environments with very different
temperature and/or humidity ranges, condensation may form on or within
the device. To avoid damaging the device, allow sufficient time for the
moisture to evaporate before using the device.
NOTICE: When taking the device from low-temperature conditions into a
warmer environment or from high-temperature conditions into
a cooler environment, allow the device to acclimate to room
temperature before turning on power.
 Avoid pushing objects into product
Never push objects of any kind into cabinet slots or other openings in the
product. Slots and openings are provided for ventilation. These openings
must not be blocked or covered.
 Air bags
Do not place a phone in the area over an air bag or in the air bag
deployment area. Store the phone safely before driving your vehicle.
 Mounting accessories
Do not use the product on an unstable table, cart, stand, tripod, or bracket.
Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions,
and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
 Avoid unstable mounting
Do not place the product with an unstable base.
Use product with approved equipment
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This product should be used only with personal computers and options
identifified as suitable for use with your equipment.
 Adjust the volume
Turn down the volume before using headphones or other audio devices.
 Cleaning
Unplug the product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning, but NEVER use
water to clean the LCD screen.
Small children
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Do not leave your phone and its accessories within the reach of small
children or allow them to play with it. They could hurt themselves or others,
or could accidentally damage the phone. Your phone contains small parts
with sharp edges that may cause an injury or which could become detached
and create a choking hazard.
 Repetitive motion injuries
To minimise the risk of RSI, when Texting or playing games with your phone:
• Do not grip the phone too tightly
• Press the buttons lightly
• Make use of the special features in the handset which minimize
the number of buttons which have to be pressed, such as message
templates and predictive text.
• Take lots of breaks to stretch and relax.
Operating machinery
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Full attention must be given to operating the machinery in order to reduce
the risk of an accident.
Loud noise
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This phone is capable of producing loud noises which may damage your
hearing.
 Emergency calls
This phone, like any wireless phone, operates using radio signals, which
cannot guarantee connection in all conditions. Therefore, you must never
rely solely on any wireless phone for emergency communications.
Regulatory agency identifications
For regulatory identification purposes, your product is assigned a model
number of A621BL.
To ensure continued reliable and safe operation of your device, use only the
accessories listed below with your A621BL device.
Operating temperature range: 32°F to 131°F (0°C to 55°C)
NOTE: This product is intended for use with a certified Class Limited Power
Source, rated 4.35 Volts DC, maximum 1 Amp power supply unit.
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