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Important safety information
WARNIN G: Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, injury, or
damage to Apple Watch or other property. Read all the safety information below before using
Apple Watch.
Handling Handle Apple Watch with care. Apple Watch cases are made of various materials that include
the following:
Aluminum Apple Watch case—7000 series aluminum, Ion-X glass (strengthened glass), composite back
(plastic)
Stainless Steel Apple Watch case—Stainless steel, sapphire crystal, ceramic back
Ceramic Apple Watch case—Ceramic, sapphire crystal, ceramic back
Apple Watch contains sensitive electronic components and can be damaged if dropped, burned,
punctured, or crushed. Apple Watch cases made of ceramic may chip or crack if dropped or subjected to
forceful impact. Don’t use a damaged Apple Watch, such as one with a cracked screen or case, visible
liquid intrusion, or a damaged band, as it may cause injury. Avoid heavy exposure to dust or sand.
Repairing Don’t open Apple Watch and don’t attempt to repair Apple Watch yourself. Disassembling
Apple Watch may damage it, result in loss of water resistance, and may cause injury to you. If Apple Watch
is damaged or malfunctions, contact Apple or an Apple Authorized Service Provider. You can find more
information about getting service at support.apple.com/watch/repair/service.
Battery Don’t attempt to replace the Apple Watch battery yourself—you may damage the battery, which
could cause overheating and injury. The lithium-ion battery in Apple Watch should be serviced only by
Apple or an authorized service provider. You may receive a replacement Apple Watch (in place of your
original device) when ordering battery service. Batteries must be recycled or disposed of separately from
household waste. Don’t incinerate the battery. For information about battery service and recycling, see
www.apple.com/batteries/service-and-recycling.
Distraction Using Apple Watch in some circumstances can distract you and may cause a dangerous
situation (for example, avoid reading a text message while driving a car). Observe rules that prohibit or
restrict the use of mobile devices.
Navigation Maps, directions, and location-based apps depend on data services. These data services are
subject to change and may not be available in all areas, resulting in maps, directions, or location-based
information that may be unavailable, inaccurate, or incomplete. Some Maps features require Location
Services. Compare the information provided on Apple Watch to your surroundings and defer to posted
signs to resolve any discrepancies. Do not use these services while performing activities that require your
full attention. Always comply with posted signs and the laws and regulations in the areas where you are
using Apple Watch, and always use common sense.
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Charging To ch ar ge A pp le Wa tc h, u se th e App le W at ch Ma gn e ti c Ch ar gi ng C abl e an d p ow er a da pt er. Yo u
may also use third-party 5W power adapters featuring an MFi logo. It’s important to keep Apple Watch, the
Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable, and the power adapter in a well-ventilated area when charging.
Using an Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Dock that’s damaged, using a third-party charging solution that
doesn’t feature an MFi logo, or charging Apple Watch when moisture is present, can cause fire, electric
shock, injury, or damage to Apple Watch or other property. Be sure Apple Watch and the Apple Watch
Magnetic Charging Cable or Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Dock are dry before charging. When you use
the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable or Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Dock to charge
Apple Watch, make sure that the USB plug is fully inserted into the adapter before you plug the adapter
into a power outlet. Avoid charging Apple Watch in direct sunlight. Don’t wear Apple Watch while it is
charging.
Prolonged heat exposure Apple Watch, the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable, the Apple Watch
Magnetic Charging Dock, and the power adapter comply with applicable surface temperature standards
and limits. However, even within these limits, sustained contact with warm surfaces for long periods of
time may cause discomfort or injury. Apple Watch, the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable, the
Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Dock, and the power adapter will become warm when plugged in to a
power source. Use of cellular on Apple Watch (GPS + Cellular) or Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS + Cellular)
may make the device feel warm. Use common sense to avoid situations where your skin is in contact with
Apple Watch, the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable, the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Dock, or
the power adapter for long periods of time when they’re plugged in. For example, while Apple Watch is
charging or while the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable, the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Dock, or
the power adapter are plugged in to a power source, don’t sleep on them or place them under a blanket,
pillow, or your body. Take special care if you have a physical condition that affects your ability to detect
heat against the body. Remove Apple Watch if it becomes uncomfortably warm.
Hearing loss Listening to sound at high volumes may damage your hearing. Background noise, as well as
continued exposure to high volume levels, can make sounds seem quieter than they actually are. Turn on
audio playback and check the volume before inserting a Bluetooth connected headset in your ear. For
more information about hearing loss, go to the Sound and Hearing website.
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Radio frequency exposure Apple Watch uses radio signals to connect to wireless networks. For
information about radio frequency (RF) energy resulting from radio signals and steps you can take to
minimize exposure, open the Apple Watch app on iPhone, tap My Watch, then tap General > About >
Legal > RF Exposure or visit www.apple.com/legal/rfexposure.
Radio frequency interference Observe signs and notices that prohibit or restrict the use of electronic
devices. Although Apple Watch, the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable, and the Apple Watch
Magnetic Charging Dock are designed, tested, and manufactured to comply with regulations governing
radio frequency emissions, such emissions from Apple Watch, the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable,
and the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Dock can negatively affect the operation of other electronic
equipment, causing them to malfunction. Unplug the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable, and the
Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Dock, and turn off Apple Watch or use Airplane Mode when use is
prohibited, such as while traveling in aircraft, or when asked to do so by authorities.
Medical device interference Apple Watch contains components and radios that emit electromagnetic
fields. Apple Watch, some of the bands, the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable, and the Apple Watch
Magnetic Charging Dock contain magnets. These electromagnetic fields and magnets may interfere with
medical devices, such as pacemakers and defibrillators. Consult your physician and medical device
manufacturer for information specific to your medical device and whether you need to maintain a safe
distance of separation between your medical device and Apple Watch, its bands, the Apple Watch
Magnetic Charging Cable, and the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Dock. Stop using Apple Watch, its
bands, the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable, and the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Dock if you
suspect they are interfering with your medical device.
Not a medical device Apple Watch, its operating systems, and the heart rate sensors are not medical
devices. They are not designed or intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in
the cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease.
Medical conditions Before starting or modifying any exercise program using Apple Watch, consult your
physician. Be careful and attentive while exercising. Stop exercising immediately if you feel pain, or feel
faint, dizzy, exhausted, or short of breath. By exercising, you assume all associated inherent risks including
any injury that may result from such activity. If you have any medical condition that you believe could be
affected by Apple Watch (for example, seizures, blackouts, eyestrain, or headaches), consult with your
physician prior to using Apple Watch.
Explosive and other atmospheric conditions Charging or using Apple Watch in any area with a potentially
explosive atmosphere, such as areas where the air contains high levels of flammable chemicals, vapors, or
particles (such as grain, dust, or metal powders), may be hazardous. Exposing Apple Watch to
environments having high concentrations of industrial chemicals, including near evaporating liquified
gasses such as helium, may damage or impair Apple Watch functionality. Obey all signs and instructions.
High-consequence activities Apple Watch is not intended for use where the failure of the device could
lead to death, personal injury, or severe environmental damage.
Choking hazard Some Apple Watch bands may present a choking hazard to small children. Keep these
bands away from small children.
Skin sensitivities Some people may experience reactions to certain materials used in jewelry, watches,
and other wearable items that are in prolonged contact with their skin. This can be due to allergies,
environmental factors, extended exposure to irritants like soap, sweat, or other causes. You may be more
likely to experience irritation from any wearable device if you have allergies or other sensitivities. If you
have known skin sensitivities, please take special care when wearing Apple Watch. You may be more likely
to experience irritation from Apple Watch if you wear it too tightly. Remove Apple Watch periodically to
allow your skin to breathe. Keeping Apple Watch and the band clean and dry will reduce the possibility of
skin irritation. If you experience redness, swelling, itchiness, or any other irritation or discomfort on your
skin around, or beneath, your Apple Watch, please remove Apple Watch and consult your physician before
resuming wear. Continued use, even after symptoms subside, may result in renewed or increased irritation.
Apple Watch models with a stainless steel or aluminum case, the stainless steel portions of some
Apple Watch bands, the metallic portions of Hermès bands, and the magnets in the watch and bands
contain some nickel. Nickel exposure from these materials is unlikely, but customers with known nickel
allergies should be attentive when wearing them until they can determine they are not experiencing an
allergic reaction.
The Apple Watch case, and the Apple Watch bands contain trace amounts of acrylates and
methacrylates. Acrylates and methacrylates are found in many consumer products that come in contact
with the skin, such as adhesive bandages. Some people may be sensitive to them, or may develop
sensitivities over time. Apple Watch and its bands are designed so that parts containing acrylates and
methacrylates are not in direct contact with your skin.
The materials used in Apple Watch and the Apple Watch bands meet the standards set for jewelry by the
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, applicable European regulations, and other international
standards.
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Important handling information
Exposure to liquid Apple Watch is water resistant but not waterproof. You may, for example, wear and use
Apple Watch during exercise (exposure to sweat is OK), in the rain, and while washing your hands. If water
splashes onto the watch, wipe it off with a nonabrasive, lint-free cloth. Try to minimize exposing
Apple Watch to perfume, soap, solvents, detergent, acids or acidic foods, soapy water, insect repellent,
lotions, sunscreen, oil, or hair dye. Follow the instructions below in the “Cleaning and care” section if
Apple Watch comes into contact with them.
Apple Watch Series 1 and Apple Watch (1st generation) have a water resistance rating of IPX7 under IEC
standard 60529. Apple Watch Series 1 and Apple Watch (1st generation) are splash and water resistant,
but submerging Apple Watch Series 1 and Apple Watch (1st generation) is not recommended.
Apple Watch Series 2, Apple Watch Series 3, and Apple Watch Series 4 have a water resistance rating of
50 meters under ISO standard 22810:2010. This means that they may be used for shallow water activities
like swimming in a pool or ocean. However, Apple Watch Series 2, Apple Watch Series 3, and Apple Watch
Series 4 should not be used for scuba diving, water skiing, or other activities involving high velocity water
or submersion below shallow depth.
Water resistance is not a per manent condition and may diminish over time. Apple Watch cannot be
rechecked or resealed for water resistance. The following may affect the water resistance of Apple Watch
in particular and should be avoided:
Dropping Apple Watch or subjecting it to other impacts.
Exposing Apple Watch to soap or soapy water, for example while showering or bathing.
Exposing Apple Watch to perfume, solvents, detergent, acids or acidic foods, insect repellent, lotions,
sunscreen, oil, or hair dye.
Exposing Apple Watch to high velocity water, for example while water skiing.
Wearing Apple Watch in the sauna or steam room.
Not all bands are appropriate for water use. For example, the stainless steel and leather bands are not
water resistant and should not be exposed to liquids.
Cleaning and care Keep Apple Watch clean and dry. Clean and dry Apple Watch, the band, and your skin
after workouts or heavy sweating. Dry Apple Watch and the band thoroughly if they are exposed to fresh
water. Clean Apple Watch if it comes in contact with anything that may cause stains or other damage,
such as dirt or sand, makeup, ink, soap, detergent, acids or acidic foods, or comes in contact with liquids
other than fresh water, including those that may lead to skin irritation such as sweat, salt water, soapy
water, pool water, perfume, insect repellent, lotions, sunscreen, oil, adhesive remover, hair dye, or
solvents. The Apple Watch and band colors may vary or fade over time.
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