User Guide
132 Health & Safety
Health & Safety
Other Important Safety Information
• Only qualied personnel should service the mobile device or install the mobile device in a vehicle. Faulty installation or
service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty applicable to the device.
• Ensure that any mobile devices or related equipment installed in your vehicle are securely mounted.
• Check regularly that all wireless mobile device equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly.
• When using a headset in dry environments, static electricity can build up in the headset and cause a small quick static
electrical shock. To minimize the risk of electrostatic discharge from the headset avoid using the headset in extremely
dry environments or touch a grounded unpainted metal object to discharge static electricity before inserting the head-
set.
• Do not store or carry ammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the mobile device, its
parts, or accessories.
• For vehicles equipped with an air bag, remember that an air bag inates with great force. Do not place objects, including
installed or portable wireless equipment near or in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area. If wireless
equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inates, serious injury could result.
• Switch your mobile device off before boarding an aircraft. The use of wireless mobile devices in aircraft is illegal and may
be dangerous to the aircraft’s operation. Check with appropriate authorities before using any function of a mobile device
while on an aircraft.
• Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspension or denial of cell phone services to the offender, or legal
action, or both.
• While using your device, leave some lights on in the room and do not hold the screen too close to your eyes.
• Seizures or blackouts can occur when you are exposed to ashing lights while watching videos or playing games for
extended periods. If you feel any discomfort, stop using the device immediately.
• Reduce risk of repetitive motion injuries. When you repetitively perform actions, such as pressing keys, drawing char-
acters on a touch screen with your ngers, or playing games, you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands,
neck, shoulders, or other parts of your body. When using your device for extended periods, hold the device with a
relaxed grip, press the keys lightly, and take frequent breaks. If you continue to have discomfort during or after such use,
stop use and see a physician.