Section 4A: Safety 245SafetyMaintaining Your Phone’s Peak PerformanceThere are several simple guidelines to operating your phone properlyand maintaining safe, satisfactory service. Speak directly into the mouthpiece. Avoid exposing your phone and accessories to rain or liquid spills.If your phone does get wet, immediately turn the power off andremove the battery. Blocking the internal antenna located in the upper right cornerwill reduce signal performance.Maintaining Safe Use of and Access toYour PhoneFAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY LEAD TOSERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGEUsing Your Phone While DrivingTalking on your phone while driving (or operating the phone withouta hands-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.Note: For the best care of your phone, only Sprint authorized personnelshould service your phone and accessories. Faulty service may voidthe warranty.Tip: Purchase an optional hands-free accessory at your local SprintStore, or call the Sprint PCS Accessory HotlineSM at 1-800-974-2221or by dialing #222 on your Sprint PCS Phone.