Safety And Use - Alcatel OT-C701A Manual

C7_UM_USA_29-08-07 29/08/07

Safety and use ............................

We recommend that you read this chapter carefully before using your phone. The manufacturer
disclaims any liability for damage, which may result as a consequence of improper use or use
contrary to the instructions contained herein.
• TRAFFIC SAFETY:
Recent studies show that using a cellphone while driving a vehicle constitutes a real risk, even when
the hands-free kit is used (headset...), drivers are requested to refrain from using their cellphone
when the vehicle is not parked.
Check the laws and regulations on the use of wireless telephones and their accessories in the areas
where you drive. Always obey them. The use of these devices may be prohibited or restricted in
certain areas. Do not use your phone's stereo or music feature with a headphone. Using a
headphone can be dangerous and forbidden in some areas.
When switched on, your phone emits electromagnetic waves that can interfere with the vehicle's
electronic systems such as ABS anti-lock brakes or airbags.To ensure that there is no problem:
- do not place your phone on top of the dashboard or within an airbag deployment area,
- check with your car dealer or the car manufacturer to make sure that the car's electronic devices
are shielded from cellphone RF energy.
• CONDITIONS OF USE:
You are advised to switch off the telephone from time to time to optimize its performance.
Switch the phone off before boarding an aircraft.
Switch the phone off when you are in health care facilities, except in designated areas. As with many
other types of equipment now in regular use, cellphones can interfere with other electrical or
electronic devices, or equipment using radio frequency.
Switch the phone off when you are near gas or flammable liquids. Strictly obey all signs and
instructions posted in a fuel depot, gas station, or chemical plant, or in any potentially explosive
atmosphere.
When the phone is switched on, it should be kept at least 15 cm from any medical device such as
a pacemaker, a hearing aid or insulin pump. In particular when using the phone you should hold it
against the ear on the opposite side to the device, if any.
To avoid hearing impairment, press to answer the call before holding your cellphone to your ear.
Also move the handset away from your ear while using the "hands-free" option because the
amplified volume might cause hearing damage.
Do not let small children use your cellphone without supervision.
When replacing the cover please note that your phone may contain substances that could create
an allergic reaction.
Always handle your phone with care and keep it in a clean and dust-free place.
Do not allow your phone to be exposed to adverse weather or environmental conditions
(moisture, humidity, rain, infiltration of liquids, dust, sea air, etc.).The manufacturer's recommended
operating temperature range is -10°C to +55°C (the max value depends on product ie. housing or
paint).Over 55°C the legibility of the phone's display may be impaired, though this is temporary and
not serious.
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Emergency call numbers may not be reachable on all cellular networks. You should never rely only
on your phone for emergency calls.
Do not open, dismantle or attempt to repair your mobile phone yourself.
Do not drop, throw or try to bend your cellphone.
Do not paint it.
Use only batteries, battery chargers, and accessories which are recommended by T & A Mobile
Phones Limited and its affiliates and are compatible with your phone model (see Accessories List
page 81). T&A Mobile Phones Limited and its affiliates disclaim any liability for damage caused by
the use of other chargers or batteries.
Your phone should not be disposed of in a municipal waste. Please check local regulations for
disposal of electronic products.
Remember to make back-up copies or keep a written record of all important information stored
in your phone.
Some people may suffer epileptic seizures or blackouts when exposed to flashing lights, or when
playing video games. These seizures or blackouts may occur even if a person never had a previous
seizure or blackout. If you have experienced seizures or blackouts, or if you have a family history
of such occurrences, please consult your doctor before playing video games on your phone or
enabling a flashing-lights feature on your phone. Parents should monitor their children's use of video
games or other features that incorporate flashing lights on the phones. All persons should
discontinue use and consult a doctor if any of the following symptoms occur: convulsion, eye or
muscle twitching, loss of awareness, involuntary movements, or disorientation. To limit the
likelihood of such symptoms, please take the following safety precautions:
- Do not play or use a flashing-lights feature if you are tired or need sleep.
- Take a minimum of a 15 minute break hourly.
- Play in a well lit room.
- Play at the farthest distance possible from the screen.
- If your hands, wrists, or arms become tired or sore while playing, stop and rest for several hours
before playing again.
- If you continue to have sore hands, wrists, or arms during or after playing, stop the game and see
a doctor.
When you play games on your phone, you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands,
arms, shoulders, neck, or other parts of your body. Follow the instructions to avoid problems such
as tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or other musculoskeletal disorders.
Prolonged exposure to music at full volume on the music player may damage the listener's
hearing.
Set your phone volume safely. Use only headphones recommended by T & A Mobile Phones Limited
and its affiliates.
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