User Guide
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Potentially Unsafe Areas
Experiencing the pdQ™
Advantage
Getting Started Working with Organizer
Features
Care and Safety
Guidelines
Vehicles
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded
electronic systems in motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its
representative regarding your vehicle. You should also consult the
manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle.
Blasting areas
To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your phone off when you
are in a blasting area or in areas posted “Turn off two-way radio.” Obey all
signs and instructions.
Potentially explosive atmospheres
Turn your phone off when you are in any area with a potentially explosive
atmosphere. Obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could
cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always,
clearly marked. They include
■ Fueling areas such as gas stations
■ Below deck on boats
■ Transfer or storage facilities for fuel or chemicals
■ Vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas, such as propane or butane
■ Areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust,
or metal powders
■ Any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your
vehicle engine
Emergency numbers
Emergency numbers are a special kind of speed dial number. You can dial an
emergency number any time the phone is on and receiving a signal, unless
you have activated the keyguard.
Driving safely
Before you use your phone while driving, check the local laws and
regulations on the use of portable wireless phones in vehicles. Always obey
them, and exercise caution while driving. The Cellular Telecommunications
Industry Association (CTIA) supplies the following guidelines.
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