User's Manual

48 Regulatory and Safety Information
to the power level of the device to ensure it only uses the minimum power required to
communicate with the network.
The SAR limit for mobile devices set by FCC/IC is 1.6 W/kg averaged over 1 gram of tissue for
the body or head (4.0 W/kg averaged over 10 grams of tissue for the extremities - hands, wrists,
ankles, and feet).
The highest reported SAR values of the Palm
®
XXX™ Phone are:
In order to comply with FCC and IC RF exposure safety guidelines, users MUST use one of the
following types of body-worn accessories:
1 A Palm
®
brand body-worn accessory that has been tested for (specific absorption rate) SAR
compliance and is intended for use with this product.
2 An accessory that contains NO metal (snaps, clips, etc.) and provides AT LEAST 0.6 in. (1.5
cm) of separation between the user's body and the unit.
Do NOT use the device in a manner such that it is in direct contact with the body (i.e., on the
lap or in a breast pocket). Such use will likely exceed the FCC RF safety exposure limits. See
fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety for more information on RF exposure safety.
To view the most recent SAR values of the Palm
®
XXX™ phone, visit palm.com/sarumts-XXX.
Body-worn operation: Important safety information regarding radio frequency (RF) radiation
exposure: To ensure compliance with RF exposure guidelines the phone must be used with a
minimum of 0.6 in. (1.5 cm) separation from the body. Failure to observe these instructions
could result in your RF exposure exceeding the relevant guideline limits.
Limiting exposure to radio frequency (RF) fields: For individuals concerned about limiting
their exposure to RF fields, the World Health Organization (WHO) provides the following
advice:
Precautionary measures: Present scientific information does not indicate the need for any
special precautions for the use of mobile phones. If individuals are concerned, they might
choose to limit their own or their children's RF exposure by limiting the length of calls, or using
“hands-free” devices to keep mobile phones away from the head and body.
Further information on this subject can be obtained from the WHO home page who.int/
mediacentre/factsheets/fs193/en/index.html WHO Fact sheet 193: June 2000.
Protecting your Battery
The guidelines listed below help you get the most out of your battery's performance.
Recently there have been some public reports of wireless phone batteries overheating, catching
fire, or exploding. It appears that many, if not all, of these reports involve counterfeit or
inexpensive, aftermarket-brand batteries with unknown or questionable manufacturing
standards. Use only manufacturer-approved batteries and accessories found at Carrier Stores or
through your device's manufacturer. Buying the right batteries and accessories is the best way
to ensure they are genuine and safe.
• In order to avoid damage, charge the battery only in temperatures that range from 32° F to
113° F (0° C to 45° C).
• Don't use the battery charger in direct sunlight or in high humidity areas, such as the
bathroom.
• Never dispose of the battery by incineration.
• Keep the metal contacts on top of the battery clean.
• Don't attempt to disassemble or short-circuit the battery.
• The battery may need recharging if it has not been used for a long period of time.
• It's best to replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable performance. It can be
recharged hundreds of times before it needs replacing.
• Don't store the battery in high temperature areas for long periods of time. It's best to follow
these storage rules:
Less than one month: -4° F to 140° F (-20° C to 60° C)
More than one month: -4° F to 113° F (-20° C to 45° C)
Battery Handling
• Do not disassemble or open; crush, bend or deform; puncture or shred the battery.
• Do not modify or remanufacture, attempt to insert foreign objects into the battery; immerse
or expose to water or other liquids; expose to fire, explosion, or other hazard.
• Only use the battery for the system for which it is specified.
• Only use the battery with a charging system that has been qualified with the system per the
IEEE/CTIA-1725 standard. Use of an unqualified battery or charger may present a risk of fire,
explosion, leakage, or other hazard.
• Do not short-circuit a battery or allow metallic conductive objects to contact battery
terminals.
• Replace the battery only with another battery that has been qualified with the system per
IEEE/CTIA-1725. Use of an unqualified battery may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage,
or other hazard.
• Promptly dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations.
• Battery usage by children should be supervised.
Ta b l e 1 .
Maximum 1g SAR values (W/kg) FCC
Head 0.XXX
Body 0.XXX
1.38
0.599