HTC PM23100 Users Manual

Safety and

regulatory guide

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THE BATTERY IS NOT FULLY CHARGED WHEN YOU TAKE THE
DEVICE OUT OF THE BOX.
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.

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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
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.

 Take extra precautions

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

may cause a short circuit.

y The phone should only be connected to products that bear

the USB-IF logo or have completed the USB-IF compliance
program.

y Only use the battery with a charging system that has been

qualified with the system per this standard, IEEE-Std-1725.
Use of an unqualified battery or charger may present a risk of
fire, explosion, leakage or other hazard.

y Avoid dropping the phone. 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.

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
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 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.

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.

Limiting exposure to radio frequency (RF) fields

For individuals concerned about limiting their exposure to RF
fields, the World Health Organisation (WHO) provides the
following advice:
Precautionary measures: Present scientific information does not
indicate the need for any special precautions for the use of
mobile phones. If individuals are concerned, they might choose to
limit their own or their children’s RF exposure by limiting the
length of calls, or using ‘hands-free’ devices to keep mobile
phones away from the head and body.
Further information on this subject can be obtained from the
WHO home page http://www.who.int/peh-emf Who Fact sheet

193: June 2000.

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 in cars

Please note that because of possible interference to electronic
equipment, some vehicle manufacturers forbid the use of mobile
phone in their vehicles unless a handsfree kit with an external
antenna is included in the installation.

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.

Hearing aids

Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing
aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult