Health and Safety Information177♦Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circuiting can occur when a metallic object (coin, clipor pen) causes a direct connection between the + and– terminals of the battery (metal strips on thebattery), for example when you carry a spare batteryin a pocket or bag. Short-circuiting the terminals maydamage the battery or the object causing the short-circuiting.♦Dispose of used batteries in accordance with localregulations. Always recycle. Do not dispose ofbatteries in a fire.Road SafetyYour wireless phone gives you the powerful ability tocommunicate by voice, almost anywhere, anytime. But animportant responsibility accompanies the benefits ofwireless phones, one that every user must uphold.When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility.When using your wireless phone behind the wheel of acar, practice good common sense and remember thefollowing tips:1. Get to know your wireless phone and its features, such asspeed dial and redial. If available, these features help you toplace your call without taking your attention off the road.2. When available, use a hands-free device. If possible, add anextra layer of convenience and safety to your wireless phonewith one of the many hands-free accessories available today.3. Position your wireless phone within easy reach. Be able toaccess your wireless phone without removing your eyes fromthe road. If you get an incoming call at an inconvenient time,let your voice mail answer it for you.
