HTC PH98100 Users Manual

Safety and

regulatory guide

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Please read before proceeding

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.

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

Privacy restrictions

Some countries require full disclosure of recorded telephone
conversations, and stipulate that you must inform the person with
whom you are speaking that the conversation is being recorded.
Always obey the relevant laws and regulations of your country
when using the recording feature of your phone.

Disclaimers

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OR DOCUMENTATION (“ACCESSED INFORMATION”) ARE
PROVIDED “AS IS” AND WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OR ANY
TECHNICAL SUPPORT. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED
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law or otherwise, related to the Accessed Information, including
without limitation any express or implied representation or
warranty of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose,
non-infringement, quality, accuracy, completeness, effectiveness,
reliability, or usefulness. Without limiting the foregoing, it is
further understood that HTC and its Affiliates are not responsible
for any use or of the Accessed Information or the results arising
from such use, and that you use such information at your own
risk.

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Limitation of damages

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE
LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL HTC OR ITS AFFILIATES BE
LIABLE TO YOU, ANY USER, OR THIRD PARTY FOR ANY
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR
PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, ARISING IN CONTRACT,
TORT, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
INJURY, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOSS OF
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, LOSS OF DATA, AND/OR LOSS OF
PROFITS, REGARDLESS OF THE FORESEEABILITY THEREOF
OR WHETHER HTC OR ITS AFFILIATES HAVE BEEN ADVISED
OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. AND IN NO EVENT
SHALL THE TOTAL LIABILITY OF HTC OR ITS AFFILIATES
EXCEED THE AMOUNT RECEIVED FROM YOU, REGARDLESS
OF THE LEGAL THEORY UNDER WHICH THE CAUSE OF
ACTION IS BROUGHT. THE FOREGOING DOES NOT AFFECT
ANY STATUTORY RIGHTS 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 battery or power supply unit. Other usage may be
dangerous and will invalidate any approval given to this product.

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Safety precautions for proper grounding installation

CAUTION: Connecting to an 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,
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

 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 circuits, dispose of in fire or water, or
expose a battery pack to temperatures higher than 60˚C
(140˚F).

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WARNING: Danger of explosion if battery is

incorrectly replaced. 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 regulations or
reference guide supplied with your product.

NOTE: This product should be operated only with the following

designated Battery Pack(s).

• HTC Model BH98100, BTR6425B

 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.

• The phone should only be connected to products that bear
the USB-IF logo or have completed the USB-IF compliance
program.

• 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.

• Always keep the battery out of the reach of babies and small
children, to avoid swallowing of the battery. Consult the
doctor immediately if the battery is swallowed.

• Only use the battery with a charging system that has been
qualified with the system per this standard, IEEE-Std-1725-

2006. Use of an unqualified battery or charger may present a
risk of fire, explosion, leakage or other hazard.

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• Replace the battery only with another battery that has been
qualified with the system per this standard, IEEE-Std-1725-

2006. Use of an unqualified battery may present a risk of fire,
explosion, leakage or other hazard.

• Avoid dropping the phone or battery. If the phone or battery
is dropped, especially on a hard surface, and the user
suspects damage, take it to a service centre for inspection.

• If the battery leaks:

• Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact

with skin or clothing. If already in contact, flush the
aected area 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 product 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.

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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’s phone function on board an airplane is against
the law in most countries. If you want 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, 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.

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Road safety

Full attention must be given to driving at all times in order to
reduce the risk of an accident. Using a phone while driving
(even with a hands free kit) causes distraction and can lead to
an accident. You must comply with local laws and regulations
restricting the use of wireless devices while driving.

Safety precautions for RF exposure

 Avoid using your phone near metal structures (for example,

the steel frame of a building).

 Avoid using your phone near strong electromagnetic

sources, such as microwave ovens, sound speakers, TV and
radio.

 Use only original manufacturer-approved accessories, or

accessories that do not contain any metal.

 Use of non-original manufacturer-approved accessories

may violate your local RF exposure guidelines and should
be avoided.

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 phone 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.

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Hearing aids

Some digital wireless phones 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.

Nonionizing radiation

Your device has an internal antenna. This product should be
operated in its normal-use position to ensure the radiative
performance and safety of the interference. As with other
mobile radio transmitting equipment, users are advised that for
satisfactory operation of the equipment and for the safety of
personnel, it is recommended that no part of the human body be
allowed to come too close to the antenna during operation of the
equipment.

Use only the supplied integral antenna. Use of unauthorized
or modified antennas may impair call quality and damage the
phone, causing loss of performance and SAR levels exceeding
the recommended limits as well as result in non-compliance with
local regulatory requirements in your country.