Safety and PerformanceFully charge the phone’s battery before you use your new wireless phone (see page 17 for the first time charging instructions).User CautionPhone settings should be adjusted to suit the likes and preferences of the individual user. Users sensitive to loud noises or suddenalarms should take care not to use or set the phone in any manner that may result in the user being unduly alarmed.For example, a user with heightened sensitivity to noise should adjust the wireless phone to a volume setting that is within his or herrange of comfort. If you believe the wireless phone causes you any adverse reaction, you should discontinue using the phoneimmediately.Emergency ServicesEnsure your wireless phone is turned On, the battery is properly charged, and that the network connection has adequate signal strengthbefore attempting an emergency call. If your battery is empty (see page 17), you can not make or receive any calls, includingemergency calls.To make an emergency call in the United States,* Input the emergency number for your present location (i.e., 911 or other designated emergency number).Press (Send).Ask the operator for the service you require: Police, Ambulance, Fire, Coastguard or Mountain Rescue Services. Give accurate and necessaryinformation. If possible, remain stationary to maintain phone contact. Do not terminate the call until given permission to do so.(See Flags for more emergency information.)O In the United States of America, theemergency number is 911.O Emergency calls (911) are possiblewithout service activation or SIMcard. Your location is delivered tothe emergency operator along withyour caller ID as required by FCCguidelines.O Due to the nature of the wirelesssystem, the success of emergencycalls cannot be guaranteed. Neverrely solely on a wireless phone foressential communications such asmedical emergencies.9
