144FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAYLEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLEPROPERTY DAMAGE.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS.DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICSHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.FOR CONNECTION TO A SUPPLY NOT IN NORTH AMERICA,USE AN ATTACHMENT PLUG ADAPTOR OF THE PROPERCONFIGURATION FOR THE POWER OUTLET. THIS POWERUNIT IS INTENDED TO BE CORRECTLY ORIENTATED IN AVERTICAL OR HORIZONTAL OR FLOOR MOUNT POSITION.Important usage informationSignal StrengthThe quality of each call you make or receive depends on the signalstrength in your area. Your phone informs you of the current signalstrength by displaying a number of bars next to the signal strengthicon. The more bars displayed, the stronger the signal. If you’reinside a building, being near a window may give you betterreception.Understanding How Your Phone OperatesYour phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver. When it’sturned on, it receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) signals.When you use your phone, the system handling your call controlsthe power level.Allow only qualified personnel to service your phoneAllowing unqualified personnel to service your phone may result indamage to your phone and will void your warranty.Ensure maximum battery and charger life• Avoid charging batteries for more than a week, as overchargingmay shorten battery life.• Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must berecharged before use.• Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use.• Use batteries only for their intended purpose.Handle SIM and memory cards with care• Do not remove a card while the phone is transferring oraccessing information, as this could result in loss of data and/ordamage to the card or phone.• Protect cards from strong shocks, static electricity, and electricalnoise from other devices.• Frequent writing and erasing will shorten the life span of memorycards.