49Basicsin a regulation. In August 1996, the FCC adopted hybrid standardconsisting of the existing ANSI/IEEE standard and the guidelinespublished by the National Council of Radiation Protections andMeasurements (NCRP).Maintaining Your Phone’s Peak PerformanceThere are several simple guidelines to operating your phone properlyand maintaining safe, satisfactory service. Hold the phone with the antenna raised, fully-extended and overyour shoulder. Try not to hold, bend or twist the phone’s antenna. Don’t use the phone if the antenna is damaged. 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. If it’s inoperable, return it to a Sprint Store orcall PCS Customer Service Solutions for service.Note: For the best care of your phone, only Sprint Authorized Personnel shouldservice your phone and accessories. Faulty service may void the warranty.Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your PhoneFAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY LEADTO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE PROPERTYDAMAGEUsing Your Phone While DrivingTalking on your phone while driving (or operating the phonewithout a hands-free device) is prohibited in some jurisdictions.Laws vary as to specific restrictions. Remember that safety alwayscomes first.When using your phone in the car: Get to know your phone and its features, such as speed dial andredial. When available, use a hands-free device. Position your phone within easy reach.