Section 4A: Important Safety Information 183Important Safety InformationMaintaining Safe Use of and Access toYour PhoneDo Not Rely on Your Phone for Emergency CallsMobile phones operate using radio signals, which cannot guaranteeconnection in all conditions. Therefore you should never rely solely upon anymobile phone for essential communication (e.g., medical emergencies).Emergency calls may not be possible on all cellular networks or when certainnetwork services and/or mobile phone features are in use. Check with yourlocal service provider for details.Using Your Phone While DrivingTalking on your phone while driving (or operating the phone without ahands-free device) is prohibited in some jurisdictions. Laws vary as tospecific restrictions. Remember that safety always comes first.Following Safety GuidelinesTo operate your phone safely and efficiently, always follow any specialregulations in a given area. Turn your phone off in areas where use isforbidden or when it may cause interference or danger.Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic DevicesMost modern electronic equipment is shielded from radiofrequency (RF)signals. However, RF signals from wireless phones may affect inadequatelyshielded electronic equipment.RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shieldedelectronic operating systems and/or entertainment systems in motorvehicles. Check with the manufacturer or their representative to determineif these systems are adequately shielded from external RF signals. Alsocheck with the manufacturer regarding any equipment that has beenadded to your vehicle.Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such aspacemakers and hearing aids, to determine if they are adequatelyshielded from external RF signals.Note: For the best care of your phone, only authorized personnelshould service your phone and accessories. Failure to do somay be dangerous and void your warranty.Note: Always turn off the phone in health care facilities andrequest permission before using the phone near medicalequipment.
