CONTENTS
INTRODUCING ANDROID ONE .................................................. 3
READ ME FIRST ................................................................... 3
DISCLAIMER ....................................................................... 3
UNDERSTAND YOUR PHONE ..................................................... 5
GETTING STARTED................................................................ 6
SIM CARD INSERTION ....................................................... 6
MEMORY CARD INSERTION .................................................. 7
HANDSET KEYS ................................................................ 9
ON-SCREEN KEYS ........................................................... 10
CHARGING THE BATTERY .................................................. 10
BASIC PHONE FEATURES....................................................... 11
SIGNING IN WITH YOUR GOOGLE ACCOUNT ............................ 11
HOME SCREEN ............................................................... 12
APPS LAUNCHER ............................................................. 14
NOTIFICATIONS ............................................................. 15
GRAVITY SENSOR ........................................................... 16
PHONE UNLOCKING METHODS ............................................ 16
USE GOOGLE SEARCH ...................................................... 19
USING THE TOUCH SCREEN ................................................... 20
TAP AND HOLD .............................................................. 20
DRAG AN ITEM .............................................................. 20
SCROLL ....................................................................... 20
SWIPE......................................................................... 21
USING THE PINCH ZOOM .................................................. 21
DOUBLE-TAP ................................................................. 21
USING THE ONSCREEN KEYBOARD ....................................... 22
RECENT APPS ................................................................ 23
CALLING AND MESSAGING ..................................................... 24
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MAKE A CALL ................................................................ 24
CONTACTS .................................................................... 24
AIRPLANE MODE ............................................................ 25
SEND MESSAGE.............................................................. 26
MULTIMEDIA ..................................................................... 27
CAMERA ...................................................................... 27
PHOTOS....................................................................... 28
PLAY MUSIC .................................................................. 28
FM RADIO .................................................................... 29
SETTINGS, NETWORKS, AND APPS ........................................... 30
CONNECT TO THE INTERNET .............................................. 30
TETHERING & PORTABILITY ............................................... 30
PAIR WITH BLUETOOTH DEVICES ........................................ 32
CONFIGURING E-MAIL ..................................................... 32
GOOGLE MAPS ............................................................... 33
MANAGE APPS ............................................................... 34
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ......................................................... 35
TAKING CARE OF YOUR DEVICE ............................................... 36
BATTERY RECOMMENDATIONS ............................................ 37
RECYCLE YOUR PHONE ..................................................... 38
COPYRIGHT ...................................................................... 38
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Introducing Android One
Your Micromax AQ4501 is an Android One phone. It runs Android
4.4.4 KitKat and, unlike other phones, automatically gets
upgraded to the latest version of Android as soon as it is
released. That means you can download from millions of the
newest apps, games, movies, and books available on the Google
Play Store, and can be sure that they will run fast. Android One
phones also have the best of Google built-in, including your
favorite apps like Google Search, Maps, and YouTube, as well as
exciting new apps like Google Now, Voice Search, and Google
Translate.
Read Me First
Please read all safety precautions and this manual
carefully before using your device to ensure safe and
proper use.
The descriptions in this manual are based on the default
settings of your device.
Available features and additional services may vary by
device, software, or service provider.
Apps and their functions may vary based on the country,
region, software or hardware specifications. Micromax is
not liable for performance issues caused by third-party
apps.
Disclaimer
The colors, specifications, functions and graphics
shown/mentioned in the user manual may differ from
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the actual product. In such a case, the latter shall
govern. Images shown are for representation purpose
only. Specifications are subject to change without prior
notice. Micromax keeps the right to modify the content
in this user guide without prior notice.
Upon first use of your device, your device will send
information related to your mobile, IMEI numbers,
location details and other software details through SMS*
automatically. This information may be used as further
specified in Micromax privacy policy**.
Talk and standby times are affected by network
preferences, type of SIM cards, connected accessories
and individual usage patterns. Services and some
features may be dependent on the network,
service/content providers, SIM cards, compatibility of the
devices used and the content formats supported.
Other product logos and company names mentioned
herein may be trademarks or trade names of their
respective owners.
*Operator tariff shall be applicable for SMS.
**Micromax privacy policy is available at www.micromaxinfo.com.
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Understand Your Phone
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Getting Started
SIM Card Insertion
Your AQ4501 is a dual-SIM phone that supports two micro SIMs.
To insert the micro SIM card(s):
1. Switch off your phone and remove the rear cover and
battery as shown in the following image:
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2. Insert the SIM card correctly in the card slot(s), as
illustrated in the following image:
3. Place back the battery and rear cover.
Please keep the SIM card out of the reach of children.
The card and the contacts are vulnerable to damage
due to scratching or bending. Therefore, be careful
when using, inserting or removing the cards.
Memory Card Insertion
To store additional multimedia files, you must insert a memory
card. To insert the memory card:
1. Switch off the mobile phone, and then remove the rear
cover and battery.
2. Flip up the metal latch and insert the memory card into
the slot as illustrated in the following images:
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3. Place back the battery and rear cover of the mobile phone.
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Use only compatible memory cards with this device.
Incompatible memory cards may damage the device
and corrupt the data stored in the card.
Handset Keys
Keys Functions
Long press to switch on
or switch off the phone.
Press once to turn off the
screen or to wake up the
screen.
Press for 2 seconds to
view quick options to turn
off the phone, switch to
airplane mode, or adjust
the sound profiles.
Adjust the phone volume
from the volume keys
available on the right side
of the device.
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On-Screen Keys
Keys Functions
Opens the most recently
used apps.
Opens the Home screen.
On long tap, displays an
option to open Google
Now.
Opens the previous
screen you were working
on.
Charging the Battery
Before using the device for the first time, you must charge the
battery. You can charge the device with a travel adapter or
connecting the device to a PC with a USB cable.
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You can also use a compatible USB charger to charge
your battery.
We suggest you charge the battery for 4 hours
continuously for the first time.
Basic Phone Features
Signing in with your Google Account
Your Google Account lets you take full advantage of apps and
services offered by Google. Configure your Google account on
this phone to access your Gmail, Google Play Store, Google
Maps, and much more.
The phone will prompt you to sign in to your Google Account
when you turn on your handset for the first time.
Internet connection will be required for the Google
account setup step to appear.
To sign in to your Google Account at a later time, → →
Add account → Google. Follow the registration steps to
successfully configure your mail account on the device.
If you do not have a Google Account, you can easily
create one.
You may also add other accounts associated with
individual apps.
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Home Screen
You can personalize your home screen with various items.
To view quick options, change wallpaper, add widgets, or open
settings section, long tap on the home screen.
You can add extensions to the home screen by placing app
shortcuts on the extended home screen. Your AQ4501 will show
only those extended home screens which have some shortcut
placed on them.
The bottom pane has five launcher icons which allow you to open
different sections in the phone. Except the apps launcher in the
middle of the pane, you can rearrange and manage the other
four icons. Tap and hold to select a launcher icon and then you
can rearrange, change, or remove them with ease.
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Know More About Widgets…
Widgets allow placing app shortcuts on your home screen. You
can place analog clock, contacts, and other such sections of your
phone on the home page and access them directly! To view all
available widgets, long tap on the home screen and then tap
Widgets.
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Apps Launcher
Apps launcher or Apps menu is available right in the middle of
the home screen bottom pane.
Tap to view all apps installed on the phone. In the apps
menu, tap and hold any app to take it to the home screen;
release the hold to place at any desired location on the home
screen.
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Notifications
Close Notification Panel
Notification icons inform you of new messages and events as and
when it appears in the device.
Open Notification Panel
Open the Toolkit
Show Notification Panel
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When you receive a notification, its icon appears in the status
.
bar, along with a brief summary. You may clear each notification
separately by swiping it towards left or right.
Toolkit provides you shortcuts to manage basic phone features,
such as Airplane Mode, Wi-Fi, Display Brightness, and many
more.
Gravity Sensor
Your phone has gravity sensor to detect orientation and display
correct orientation (auto-rotate) based on the motion.
You can enable/disable the auto-rotate feature from →
→ Display → Auto-rotate screen
Phone Unlocking Methods
You may need to provide PIN, password, draw a pattern, take
your face in front of the phone screen, or simply slide to unlock
your phone.
Slide unlock is the default unlocking method in the phone. To
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unlock the screen:
1. Press the power key to wake up the phone.
2. Hold and drag the lock icon towards the unlock
icon.
Face Recognition
Allowing you to keep
your face as screen
unlocking password.
You just need to look
at your phone to
unlock it.
Look at your phone to unlock it!
PIN
You may enter a PIN
and set it as your
screen unlocking
password.
Enter your PIN to unlock your
phone!
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Pattern
You can set your own
pattern by connecting
the dots to prevent
your phone from
unauthorized access.
Set and draw your desired
pattern!
Password
You may enter any
desired password and
set it as your screen
unlocking password.
Enter your password to unlock!
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Slide
Just wake up the
screen and slide the
lock icon towards the
unlock icon to unlock
your phone.
Slide from lock icon to unlock
icon!
You may set any desired locking technique from
→ → Security → Screen lock.
It is important to remember your screen lock
password/pattern/PIN.
You can disable all unlocking methods from your handset by
selecting the None option.
Use Google Search
Search for anything on your phone or on the Internet using the
Google search bar at the top of your home screen. Type your
search words into the box or press the microphone icon and use
your voice to speak your search query. From the search box, you
can also use voice commands to perform various actions on your
phone. In addition to the search box on your home screen,
Google Search is available in the apps menu, too.
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Using the Touch Screen
Tap and Hold
Tap and hold an item to
view the list of actions based
on the selected item and
condition. Also, you can
move an item from the apps
screen to the home screen
using this method.
Drag an Item
Tap and hold an item and move your finger on the screen until
you reach the target position. The item
follows your finger.
You can generally drag items from one
location to another on the home screen. Also,
you can delete items from the home screen
by holding the item and dragging it to the
Remove label that becomes available only
when you hold the item on the Home screen.
Scroll
To scroll a list, slide your finger across the
surface of the screen upwards or
downwards (without dragging an item).
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Swipe
Place a finger on the screen and steadily slide
your finger in the desired direction.
For example, when you are viewing a picture, to
view the next picture, swipe left.
Using the Pinch Zoom
You can open any image
or web page and then use
your thumb and index
finger to zoom the display
through the pinch gesture.
Double-tap
Tap quickly twice on a webpage, map, or
other screen to zoom. For example, doubletap a section of a webpage in the browser to
zoom that section.
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Using the Onscreen Keyboard
Some apps display the keyboard by default. In others, you will be
required to tap a text field, where you want to enter text, to
open the keyboard.
QWERTY touch
Tap to change
the sentence
casing.
Tap to switch to
numerical
keyboard.
After typing, tap key to close the keyboard.
Tap and hold the text field to open a menu and to
cut/copy/paste text.
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pad
Backspace to
erase the
entered text.
Recent Apps
Tap and hold the key on the home screen to view the list of
recent apps. You can easily remove items from the list to free
some memory and make your phone work faster.
There are two ways to remove items from the list.
Drag an item towards left or
right.
Tap and hold an item and
then select “Remove from
list”.
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Calling and Messaging
View list of
View list of
View list of
Make a Call
To make a call:
Tap on the menu screen or the home screen to open the dial
pad for making calls.
By default, the dialer will display a list of contacts on which calls
have been made very often and the contacts which have been
marked as favorites.
You can show the dialer by tapping or view the call history by
tapping .
Contacts
Go to →
Store, use, and synchronize contact details in your contact list.
You can now create contact groups or mark contacts as favorites
in your phonebook. Use tabs or swipe through to view the list of
contact groups, contacts, and favorite contacts list.
favorite contacts
contacts
contact groups
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Search for your desired contacts under any of the
three tabs by tapping icon.
Add a new contact in the contacts list by tapping .
You can synchronize your contacts list with any of your accounts
configured on this device.
To synchronize your contacts list:
1. Tap the icon from the contacts screen and then tap
Accounts.
2. Select the account(s) with which contacts list is to be
synchronized. You can auto-sync contacts by selecting
the Auto-sync app data option.
Your contacts synchronization will be complete in a few seconds.
To synchronize contacts, you need to have Internet
connectivity via your SIM or Wi-Fi. If your Sync does
not proceed as expected, check whether data option
is set to ON.
Airplane Mode
Some locations may require you to disable all the wireless
features of your mobile. The Airplane Mode enables you to
disable all incoming and outgoing calls, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth
connections.
To activate the airplane mode:
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1. Press and hold the Power button and then select
Aeroplane mode.
Or
2. Drag notification panel down, tap , and then select
AEROPLANE MODE.
Send Message
To send a message:
1. Tap on the menu screen or the home screen to go
to the messaging section and then tap to
compose a message.
2. Enter the contact name (if it exists) or enter the phone
number.
3. Tap the icon to view the types of files that can be
attached and select the desired type of multimedia file.
4. Tap to select the composition text box and enter your
message body in it.
5. Tap to send the multimedia message.
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Multimedia
Capture
Camera
Capture
modes
Camera
Go to →
Settings
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Photos
Go to →
You can use the Photos app to view pictures and share files. You
can also sign in to Google Photos and back up your photos.
Play Music
Go to →
You can use the Play Music app to play, share music files and
listen to your music collection anywhere as your music is stored
online. You can also buy music on Google Play.
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FM Radio
Go to →
You can listen to your favorite FM channels using the inbuilt FM
receiver of your phone. Before starting the FM, you need to plugin the headset as it works as antenna for the FM radio. Use the
intuitive buttons and icons on the phone in the radio interface to
enjoy the features of your inbuilt FM radio.
Press the phone’s volume up/down keys on the right
side of the mobile phone to adjust the volume.
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Settings, Networks, and Apps
Your phone can connect to a variety of networks and devices,
including Internet, Wi-Fi, GPRS, Bluetooth, devices, such as
headsets. You can also transfer files to/from your PC through the
data cable.
Connect to the Internet
To configure Internet:
Go to → → More → Mobile networks → Access
Point Names and select the SIM for which access point name is
to be configured. Select the access point name or change the
access point name for your Internet connectivity as provided by
the service provider of your SIM card.
By default, your network provider sends the access
point name settings via SMS, or it comes with your
SIM card. You may need to install these settings.
After this, you can choose from the listed access
point names. If the access point names are not listed
by default, please contact your network provider for
the same.
Tethering & Portability
You can use your AQ4501 as a modem and connect your PC or
laptop to the Internet, when required. Start using your SIM data
pack on your PC or Laptop now!
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Go to → → More → Tethering & portable hotspot.
USB Tethering
1. Connect your phone with your PC/Laptop via USB
cable.
2. Select the USB tethering option.
3. Select your phone network as the network connection
in your PC/laptop and get access to the Internet.
Bluetooth Tethering
1. Pair your phone with the Bluetooth enabled PC/laptop
via Bluetooth pairing option.
2. Select the Bluetooth tethering option in your phone.
3. On the paired PC/laptop, select the Bluetooth device
(your phone) and choose to connect to the Internet.
Wi-Fi Hotspot
1. Turn on the Portable Wi-Fi hotspot option in your
phone.
2. On the other Wi-Fi enabled PC/laptop/handset, choose
your phone as a Wi-Fi network to connect with it.
3. View and configure Wi-Fi hotspot settings by tapping
the Portable Wi-Fi hotspot option.
Your mobile operator will charge you based on your
GPRS data usage.
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Pair With Bluetooth Devices
Go to → → Bluetooth.
To pair your AQ4501 with some other Bluetooth device:
1. If Bluetooth is off, turn it on and then tap Bluetooth.
Your phone scans and displays the Bluetooth devices in
range.
2. Tap the ID of the other device in the list to pair with it.
3. You will be prompted to confirm passkey on both
devices. Tap Pair to confirm the passkey and pair the
devices. On successful pairing, your phone connects to
the device.
If the device you want to pair with is not in the list,
make it discoverable and then search. If your phone
stops scanning before you make the other device
discoverable, tap SEARCH FOR DEVICES.
Tap Micromax AQ4501 at the top of the scanned
device list to make your AQ4501 visible on other
devices.
Configuring E-Mail
You can check and reply to your e-mails from your AQ4501 from
anywhere and anytime. Apart from the Gmail account, you can
configure other accounts too on this device.
To set up an email account:
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1. Go to → → Add account → Corporate.
2. Type the email address and password in the respective
fields and tap .
3. Set account settings, as required.
4. Provide your account name and your name to
successfully finish account configuration.
The server will check for online settings automatically and your
account will be set up. If not, please check your Internet settings
before proceeding.
Google Maps
Google Maps is an app from Google that gives you access to
various map-related services. You can view your location on a
map, search for different landmarks, find directions to locations,
and even view Street View photos from around the world. The
built-in navigation works with your GPS to give step-by-step
route guidance while driving or walking. And you can even
download maps to use offline, when you don't have an Internet
connection. For the best experience with Google Maps, configure
the following settings:
Enable location access from → → Location.
Go to → to start using Google Maps.
Internet connection is required for using Google
Maps. When you use the map, you use your Internet
connection to transfer data to and from your phone.
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The Google Maps app may not be available in every
You need to have an Internet connection and be
street, country or region.
Micromax does not guarantee the accuracy of any
directional services.
Manage Apps
Your phone comes with a host of apps to make your life easier
and more convenient. The Android phones offer users access to
unlimited entertainment sources. You can download apps,
games, movies, and books from the ever increasing Android
market. New items get added almost daily to the market to give
users a never ending fun experience.
To view and manage the list of all inbuilt, downloaded, and
running apps, go to → → Apps.
To download apps, games, movies, and books from the Google
Play Store, go to → to access the Google Play Store.
View the details and download items, as desired.
Not all items are free of cost in the Google Play Store.
signed in to your Google Account to use the Google
Play Store.
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Safety Precautions
Remember to comply with legal requirements and local
restrictions when using the phone.
Your Phone’s radio waves may interfere with inadequately
shielded medical devices. Consult a physician or
manufacturer of the medical device to know whether they are
adequately shielded from external Radio Frequency. Switch
off your device when regulations require you to do so.
Always keep the phone and accessories out of reach of small
children. Small parts such as the SIM card, dust cap, lens ring
and lens cap as well as the micro SD card can be dismantled
and swallowed by small children.
Do not place the phone near electromagnetic data carriers
such as credit/Debit cards. Information stored on them could
be lost.
Permanent hearing loss may occur if you use earphones at
high volume for prolonged periods. Set your volume to a safe
level. If you experience discomfort in your ears, reduce the
volume or discontinue the use of your earphones.
Ring tones, info tones and hands-free talking are reproduced
through the loudspeaker. Do not hold the phone to the ear
when it rings or when you have switched on the hands-free
function.
The mains voltage (V) specified on the power supply unit
must not be exceeded to prevent damage to the charging
device. The power supply must be plugged into an easily
accessible AC power socket when charging the battery.
You may only open the phone to replace the battery, SIM
and micro SD card. You must not open the battery under any
circumstances. All other changes to this device are strictly
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prohibited and will invalidate the warranty.
The phone may cause interference in the vicinity of TV sets,
radios and PCs.
Only use Micromax specified batteries and charging devices.
All batteries can cause property damage, injury or burns if a
conductive material taps the exposed terminals. Exercise care
in handling any charged battery, particularly when placing it
inside your pocket, purse or other container with metal
objects. Do not dispose of batteries in fire as they may
explode.
Do not use the phone while driving. When you have to use
the phone, please use the personal hands-free kit.
Please put the phone safely in the phone stand. Do not put it
onto any passenger seat or any place from which it may fall
down in case of vehicular collision or emergency braking.
Flight is influenced by interference caused by the phone. It is
illegal to use a phone on the airplane. Please turn off your
phone during a flight.
Professional service: The phone must be installed or repaired
by Micromax authorized personnel. You are likely to suffer a
huge risk when you install or repair this phone by yourself,
which also goes against the warranty rules.
Taking Care of your device
Your device is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be
handled with care. The following suggestions will help you protect your phone.
Keep the device dry. Precipitation, humidity, and all types of liquids
or moisture can rust the electronic circuits. If your device gets wet,
remove the battery, wipe it with a dry cloth and take it to an
authorized service center.
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Do not store the device in high or cold temperature. High
temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices and damage
batteries.
Do not use or store the device in dusty, dirty areas. Its moving parts
and electronic components can get damaged.
Do not attempt to open the device other than as instructed in this
guide. Repairing this phone by yourself other than our authorized
service agents/centers goes against the warranty rules.
Do not drop, knock, or shake the device. Rough handling can break
internal circuit boards and fine mechanics.
Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents
to clean the device. Only use a soft, clean, dry cloth to clean the
surface of the device.
Do not store your device near magnetic fields or allow your device
to come in contact with magnetic fields for extended period of time.
Battery Recommendations
Please put the battery in a cool and well-ventilated place out of
direct sunlight. We recommend you to charge the battery at room
temperature range.
Batteries have life cycles. If the time that the battery powers
equipment becomes much shorter than usual, the battery life is at
an end. Replace the battery with a new battery of the same make
and specification.
Use manufacturer approved batteries, chargers, accessories and
supplies. Micromax will not be held responsible for user’s safety
when using unapproved accessories or supplies.
Do not discard the battery with household trash. Please dispose of
used battery according to your local environmental laws and
guidelines.
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Recycle your Phone
The WEEE logo (shown at the left) appears on the product
(battery, handset, and charger) to indicate that this product
must not be disposed off or dumped with your other
household wastes. You are liable to dispose of all your
the specified collection point for recycling of such hazardous waste.
Collection and proper recovery of your electronic waste equipment at the time
of disposal will allow us to help preserve the environment. Recycling of the
electronic waste equipment will ensure safety of human health and
environment. For more information on best practices for disposal of electronic
and electrical waste, please visit to our web site:
www.micromaxinfo.com/weee.php.
Note: Micromax will not bear any responsibility for any incompliance with the
above mentioned guidelines or improper usage of the mobile phone.
electronic or electrical waste equipment by relocating over to
Copyright
All rights reserved. Reproduction, transfer, distribution or storage of part or all
of the contents in this document in any form without the prior written
permission of Micromax is strictly prohibited.
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