Panasonic Toughbook CF-52GGNBP2B Operating Instructions Manual page 4

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Information for Users on Collection
and Disposal of Old Equipment and
used Batteries
These symbols are only valid in the
European Union. If you wish to dis-
card this product, please contact your
local authorities or dealer and ask for
the correct method of disposal.
Safety Precautions
<Only for model with wireless WAN>
The following safety precautions must be observed during
all phases of the operation, usage, service or repair of any
Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating
wireless WAN modem. Manufacturers of the cellular ter-
minal are advised to convey the following safety informa-
tion to users and operating personnel and to incorporate
these guidelines into all manuals supplied with the prod-
uct. Failure to comply with these precautions violates
safety standards of design, manufacture and intended
use of the product. Panasonic assumes no liability for
customer failure to comply with these precautions.
When in a hospital or other health care facility,
observe the restrictions on the use of mobiles.
Switch Personal Computer or Handheld Computer
incorporating wireless WAN modem off, if instructed
to do so by the guidelines posted in sensitive areas.
Medical equipment may be sensitive to RF energy.
The operation of cardiac pacemakers, other
implanted medical equipment and hearing aids can
be affected by interference from Personal Computer
or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN
modem placed close to the device. If in doubt about
potential danger, contact the physician or the manu-
facturer of the device to verify that the equipment is
properly shielded. Pacemaker patients are advised
to keep their Personal Computer or Handheld Com-
puter incorporating wireless WAN modem away from
the pacemaker, while it is on.
Switch off Personal Computer or Handheld
Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem
before boarding an aircraft. Make sure it cannot
be switched on inadvertently. The operation of
wireless appliances in an aircraft is forbidden to
prevent interference with communications sys-
tems. Failure to observe these instructions may
lead to the suspension or denial of cellular ser-
vices to the offender, legal action, or both.
For details on usage of this unit in aircrafts
please consult and follow instruction provided
by the airline.
Do not operate Personal Computer or Hand-
held Computer incorporating wireless WAN
modem in the presence of fl ammable gases or
fumes. Switch off the cellular terminal when you
are near petrol stations, fuel depots, chemical
plants or where blasting operations are in
progress. Operation of any electrical equipment
in potentially explosive atmospheres can con-
stitute a safety hazard.
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Your Personal Computer or Handheld Com-
puter incorporating wireless WAN modem
receives and transmits radio frequency energy
while switched on. Remember that interference
can occur if it is used close to TV sets, radios,
computers or inadequately shielded equipment.
Follow any special regulations and always
switch off Personal Computer or Handheld
Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem
wherever forbidden, or when you suspect that it
may cause interference or danger.
Road safety comes fi rst! Do not use a Personal
53-M-1
Computer or Handheld Computer incorporat-
ing wireless WAN modem while driving a vehi-
cle. Do not place the computer with wireless
WAN modem in an area where it could cause
personal injury to the driver or passengers. It is
recommended to stow the unit in the boot or
secure stowage area while driving. Do not
place the computer with wireless WAN modem
in an area over an air bag or in the vicinity
where an air bag may deploy.
Air bags infl ate with great force and if the com-
puter with wireless WAN modem is placed in
the air bag deployment area may be propelled
with great force and cause serious injury to
occupants of the vehicle.
IMPORTANT!
Personal Computer or Handheld Computer
incorporating wireless WAN modem operate
using radio signals and cellular networks can-
not be guaranteed to connect in all conditions.
Therefore, you should never rely solely upon
any wireless device for essential communica-
tions, for example emergency calls.
Remember, in order to make or receive calls,
Personal Computer or Handheld Computer
incorporating wireless WAN modem must be
switched on and in a coverage area with ade-
quate cellular signal strength.
Some networks do not allow for emergency
calls if certain network services or phone fea-
tures are in use (e.g. lock functions, fi xed dial-
ing etc.). You may need to deactivate those
features before you can make an emergency
call.
Some networks require that a valid SIM card be
properly inserted in Personal Computer or
Handheld Computer incorporating wireless
WAN modem.
Models for U.S.A.
Federal Communications Commission Radio Fre-
quency Interference Statement
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to com-
ply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-
ence in a residential installation. This equipment gener-
ates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does