Smart Practices While Driving - Samsung Dart SGH-T499 User Manual

Smart Practices While Driving

On the Road - Off the Phone
The primary responsibility of every driver is the safe
operation of his or her vehicle.
Responsible drivers understand that no secondary
task should be performed while driving whether it
be eating, drinking, talking to passengers, or talking
on a mobile phone - unless the driver has assessed
the driving conditions and is confident that the
secondary task will not interfere with their primary
responsibility. Do not engage in any activity while
driving a moving vehicle which may cause you to take
your eyes off the road or become so absorbed in the
activity that your ability to concentrate on the act of
driving becomes impaired. Samsung is committed to
promoting responsible driving and giving drivers the
tools they need to understand and address
distractions.
Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile
devices 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. For
example, only hands-free use may be permitted in
certain areas.
Before answering calls, consider your
circumstances. Let the call go to voicemail when
driving conditions require. Remember, driving
comes first, not the call!
If you consider a call necessary and appropriate,
follow these tips:
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Use a hands-free device;
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Secure your phone within easy reach;
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Place calls when you are not moving;
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Plan calls when your car will be stationary;
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Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations;
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Let the person with whom you are speaking know that
you are driving and will suspend the call if necessary;
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Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while
driving;
Notice regarding legal restrictions on mounting this
device in an automobile:
Laws in some states may prohibit mounting this
device on or near the windshield of an automobile.
In other states, the law may permit mounting this
device only in specific locations in the automobile.
Be sure to consult the state and local laws or
ordinances where you drive before mounting this
device in an automobile. Failure to comply with
these restrictions could result in fines, penalties, or
other damages.
Never mount this device in a manner that will
obstruct the driver's clear view of the street and
traffic.
Never use wireless data services such as text
messaging, Web browsing, or e-mail while operating
a vehicle.
Never watch videos, such as a movie or clip, or play
video games while operating a vehicle.
For more information, go to http://www.ctia.org.
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