HTC 0P4E240 User Manual

Safety and

regulatory guide

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THE BATTERY IS NOT FULLY CHARGED WHEN YOU TAKE IT
OUT OF THE BOX.
DO NOT REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK WHEN THE PHONE IS
CHARGING.

Privacy restrictions

Some countries require full disclosure of recorded telephone
conversations,

Pictograms and graphic symbols

Safety Information
and General
Precautions.

Do not use
hand-held while
driving

operation maintain
a separation of 1.5
cm

Small parts may
cause a choking
hazard

This device may
produce a loud
sound

pacemakers and
other personal
medical devices

instructed in
hospitals and
medical facilities

Do not use while
re-fuelling

This device may
produce a bright or
flashing light

Do not dispose of in
a fire

Avoid contact with
magnetic media

Avoid extreme
temperatures

Avoid contact with
liquid, keep dry

Do not try and
disassemble

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Do not rely on

this

Switch off when
instructed in aircraft
and airports

Switch off in
explosive
environments

device for
emergency
communications

Only use approved
accessories

Important health information and safety
precautions

When using this product, the safety precautions below must be
taken to avoid possible legal liabilities and damages.
Retain and follow all product safety and operating instructions.
Observe all warnings in the operat ing instruct ions on t he product.
To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electric shock, fire, and damage
to the equipme nt, observe the following precautions.

Electrical safety

This product is intended for use w hen supplied with power from
the designated battery or power supply unit. Other usage may be
dangerous and will inva lidate any approval given to this product.

Safety precautions for proper grounding installation

CAUTION

: Connecting to improperly grounded equipment can
result in an electric shock to your device.
This product is equipped with a USB Cable for connecting with
desktop or notebook computer. Be sure your computer is properly
grounded (earthed) before connecting this product to the
computer. The power supply cord of a desktop or notebook
computer has an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate
outlet which is properly installed and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances.

Safety precautions for power supply unit

 Use the correct external power source

A product should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the electrical ratings label. If you are not
sure of the type of power source required, consult your
authorized service provider or local power company. For a
product that operates from battery power or other sources,

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refer to the operating instructions that are included with the
product.
This product should be operated only with the following
designated power supply unit(s).

AC adapter:

HTC, Model TC U250, TC E250, TC B250, TC A250

 Handle battery packs carefully

This product contains a Lithium-ion polymer or Lithium-ion
battery. There is a risk of fire and burns if the battery pack is
handled improperly. Do not attempt to open or service the
battery pack. Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short
external contacts or circ uits, dispose of in fire or water, or
expose a battery pack to temperatures higher than 60˚C
(140˚F).

WARNING

: Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly rep laced. To reduce risk of fire or burns,
do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external
contacts, expose to temperature above 60° C
(140° F), or dispose of in fire or water. Replace only
with specified batteries. Recycle or dispose of used
batteries according to the local reg ulations or
reference guide supplied with your product.

NOTE

: This product should be operated only with the following

designated Battery Pack(s).

 HTC, Model

 Take extra precautions

 Keep the battery or device dry and away from water or any

liquid as it may cause a short circuit.

 Keep metal objects away so they don’t come in contact with

the battery or its connectors as it may lead to short circuit
during operation.

 Do not use a battery that appears damaged, deformed, or

discolored, or the one that has any rust on its casing,
overheats, or emits a foul odor.

 If the battery leaks:

 Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with skin or

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clothing. If already in contact, flush the affected area

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immediately with clean water and seek medical advice.

 Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with eyes. If

already in contact, DO NOT rub; rinse with clean water
immediately and seek medical advice.

 Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from

fire as there is a danger of ignition or explosion.

Safety precautions for direct sunlight

Keep this prod uct away from excessive moisture and extreme
temperatures. Do not leave the product or its battery inside a
vehicle or in places where the temperature may exceed 60°C
(140°F), such as on a car dashboard, window sill, or behind a glass
that is exposed to direct sunlight or strong ultraviolet light for
extended periods of time. This may damage the product, overheat
the battery, or pose a risk to the vehicle.

Prevention of hearing loss

CAUTION

: Permanent hearing loss may occur if
earphones or headphones are used at high volume for
prolonged periods of time.

NOTE

: For France, Earphone (listed be low) for this device have
been tested to comply with the Sound Pressure Level requirement
laid down in t he applicable NF EN 50332-1:2000 and/or NF EN
50332-2:2003 standards as required by French Article L. 5232-1.

 Earphone, ma nufactured by HTC, Model HS S250.

Safety in aircraft

Due to the pos sible interference caused by this product to an
aircraft’s navigation system and its communications network,
using this device’s phone function on board an airplane is against
the law in most countries. If you wa nt to use this device when on
board an aircraft, remember to turn off your phone by switching to
Airplane Mode.

Environment restrictions

Do not use this product in gas stations, fuel depots, chemical
plants or where blasting operations are in progress, or in
potentially explosive atmospheres such as fuelling areas, fuel
storehouses, below deck on boats, c hemical plants, fuel or
chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the air
contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or m etal
powders. Please be aware that sparks in such areas could cause an