Important Notice - Sierra Wireless AirCard User Manual

Important Notice

Due to the nature of wireless communications, transmission and reception of data can never be
guaranteed. Data may be delayed, corrupted (i.e., have errors) or be totally lost. Although significant
delays or losses of data are rare when wireless devices such as the Sierra Wireless AirCard Hub are
used in a normal manner with a well-constructed network, the Sierra Wireless AirCard Hub should not
be used in situations where failure to transmit or receive data could result in damage of any kind to
the user or any other party, including but not limited to personal injury, death, or loss of property.
Sierra Wireless accepts no responsibility for damages of any kind resulting from delays or errors in
data transmitted or received using the Sierra Wireless AirCard Hub, or for failure of the Sierra
Wireless AirCard Hub to transmit or receive such data.
Safety and Product Care of AirCard Hub
With reference to unpacking, installation, use and maintenance of your electronic device, the following
basic guidelines are recommended:
• Do not use or install this product near water to avoid fire or shock hazard. For example, do
not use or install this product near a bathtub, kitchen sink, laundry tub, or near a swimming
pool. Also, do not expose the equipment to rain or damp areas (for example a wet
basement).
•
Do not connect the power supply cord on elevated surfaces. Allow it to lie freely. There
should be no obstructions in its path and no heavy items should be placed on the cord. In
addition, do not walk on, step on or mistreat the cord.
Warning
•
To safeguard the equipment against overheating, make sure that all openings in the unit
that offer exposure to air are unobstructed.
Safety and Hazards of AirCard Mobile
Hotspot
The AirCard mobile hotspot
interference, in particular:
•
Prohibited areas
Obey all signs and notices and follow all rules and regulations. Power off the mobile hotspot
when instructed to do so or when you suspect that it may cause interference or danger.
• In areas where blasting is in progress
•
Where explosive atmospheres may be present
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are not always clearly marked. Such areas
include gas stations, fuel depots, chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas where
blasting is in progress, areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain,
dust, or metal powders, and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off
your cellular phone or vehicle engine.
•
Near medical or life-support equipment
Medical equipment may be susceptible to any form of radio interference. In such areas the
mobile hotspot can transmit signals that could interfere with this equipment.
•
On board aircraft
Rev 1 Feb. 2012
: Disconnect the power line from the device before servicing.
MUST BE POWERED OFF
in all areas that may be susceptible to radio
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