LG GB100A Users manual

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For Your Safety

Important Information

This user guide contains important information on the use and
operation of this phone. Please read all the information
carefully for optimal performance and to prevent any damage
to or misuse of the phone. Any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this user guide could void your warranty
for this equipment.

Before You Start

Safety Instructions

WARNING! To reduce the possibility of electric shock, do not

expose your phone to high humidity areas, such as the
bathroom, swimming pool, etc.

Always store your phone away from heat. Never store your
phone in settings that may expose it to temperatures less than
32°F or greater than 104°F, such as outside during extreme
weather conditions or in your car on a hot day. Exposure to
excessive cold or heat will result in malfunction, damage
and/or catastrophic failure.

Be careful when using your phone near other electronic
devices. RF emissions from your mobile phone may affect

nearby in adequately shielded electronic equipment. You
should consult with manufacturers of any personal medical
devices such as pacemakers and hearing aides to determine if
they are susceptible to interference from your mobile phone.

Turn off your phone in a medical facility or at a gas station.
Never place your phone in a microwave oven as this will
cause the battery to explode.

IMPORTANT! Please read the TIA SAFETY INFORMATION on
page 78 before using your phone.

Safety Information

Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be
dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is given in this
user guide.

] Never use an unapproved battery since this could damage

the phone and/or battery and could cause the battery to
explode.

] Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it will

cause the battery to explode.

] Do not dispose of your battery by fire or with hazardous or

flammable materials.

] Make sure that no sharp-edged items come into contact

with the battery. There is a risk of this causing a fire.

] Store the battery in a place out of reach of children.
] Be careful that children do not swallow any parts such as

rubber plugs (earphone, connection parts of the phone,
etc.). This could cause asphyxiation or suffocation.

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For Your Safety

] Unplug the power cord and charger during lightning storms

to avoid electric shock or fire.

] When riding in a car, do not leave your phone or set up the

hands-free kit near to the air bag. If wireless equipment is
improperly installed and the air bag is activated, you may be
seriously injured.

] Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.
] Do not use the phone in areas where its use is prohibited.

(For example: aircraft).

] Do not expose the battery charger or adapter to direct

sunlight or use it in places with high humidity, such as a
bathroom.

] Never store your phone in temperatures less than- 4°F or

greater than 122°F.

] Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol, benzene,

thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean your phone. There is a
risk of this causing a fire.

] Do not drop, strike, or shake your phone severely. Such

actions may harm the internal circuit boards of the phone.

] Do not use your phone in high explosive areas as the phone

may generate sparks.

] Do not damage the power cord by bending, twisting, pulling,

or heating. Do not use the plug if it is loose as it may cause
a fire or electric shock.

] Do not place any heavy items on the power cord. Do not

allow the power cord to be crimped as it may cause fire or
electric shock.

] Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it is being

charged. It may cause an electric shock or seriously
damage your phone.

] Do not disassemble the phone.
] Do not place or answer calls while charging the phone as it

may short-circuit the phone and/or cause electric shock or
fire.

] Only use the batteries, antennas, and chargers provided by

LG. The warranty will not be applied to products provided by
other suppliers.

] Only authorized personnel should service the phone and its

accessories. Faulty installation or service may result in
accidents and consequently invalidate the warranty.

] Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact with your

body during a call.

] An emergency call can be made only within a service area.

For an emergency call, make sure that you are within a
service area and that the phone is turned on.