HTC DGH100 manual regulatory info

Safety and

regulatory guide

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YOUR WARRANTY IS INVALIDATED IF YOU DISASSEMBLE OR
ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE THE DEVICE.

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WHICH MAY NOT BE DISCLAIMED.

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 operating instructions on the product.

To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electric shock, fire, and damage
to the equipment, observe the following precautions.

Electrical safety

This product is intended for use when supplied with power from
the designated power supply unit. Other usage may be dangerous
and will invalidate 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.

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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

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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,
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 C250, TC B250, TC A250,

TC K250 and TC P300.

Take extra precautions

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Keep the device dry and away from water or any liquid as it

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may cause a short circuit.
Keep metal objects away so they don’t come in contact with

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

Safety precautions for direct sunlight

Keep this product away from excessive moisture and extreme
temperatures. Do not leave the product 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 or pose a risk to the vehicle.

Safety in aircraft

Due to the possible interference caused by this product to an
aircraft’s navigation system and its communications network,
using this device on board an airplane is against the law in most
countries.

Environment restrictions

Do not use this product in gas stations, fuel depots, chemical
plants or where blasting operations are in progress, or in

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potentially explosive atmospheres such as fuelling areas, fuel
storehouses, below deck on boats, chemical plants, fuel or
chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the air
contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal
powders. Please be aware that sparks in such areas could cause an
explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.

Explosive atmospheres

When in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere or
where flammable materials exist, the product should be turned off
and the user should obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such
areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury
or even death. Users are advised not to use the equipment at
refueling points such as service or gas stations, and are reminded
of the need to observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment
in fuel depots, chemical plants, or where blasting operations are in
progress. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often,
but not always, clearly marked. These include fueling areas, below
deck on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and
areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain,
dust, or metal powders.

Interference with medical equipment functions

This product may cause medical equipment to malfunction. The
use of this device is forbidden in most hospitals and medical
clinics.

If you use any other personal medical device, consult the
manufacturer of your device to determine if they are adequately
shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to
assist you in obtaining this information.

Turn your device OFF in health care facilities when any regulations
posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health
care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to
external RF energy.

Hearing aids

Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing
aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult
your service provider, or call the customer service line to discuss
alternatives.