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.
Privacy restrictions
Some countries require full disclosure of recorded telephone
conversations.
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.
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
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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).
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).
y HTC, Model BM60100
Take extra precautions
y Keep the battery or device dry and away from water or any
liquid as it may cause a short circuit.
y 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.
y 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.
y If the battery leaks:
y
Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with skin or
clothing. If already in contact, flush the affected area
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immediately with clean water and seek medical advice.
y
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.
y
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.
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
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