212 Section 4A: Important Safety InformationMaintaining Safe Use of and Access toYour PhoneDo Not Rely on Your Phone for Emergency CallsMobile phones operate using radio signals, which cannot guarantee connection in allconditions. Therefore you should never rely solely upon any mobile phone for essentialcommunication (e.g., medical emergencies). Emergency calls may not be possible on allcellular networks or when certain network services and/or mobile phone features are inuse. Check with your local service provider for details.Using Your Phone While DrivingTalking on your phone while driving (or operating the phone without a hands-free device) isprohibited in some jurisdictions. Laws vary as to specific restrictions. Remember that safetyalways comes first.Following Safety GuidelinesTo operate your phone safely and efficiently, always follow any special regulations in a givenarea. Turn your phone off in areas where use is forbidden or when it may cause interferenceor danger.Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic DevicesMost modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency (RF) signals. However,RF signals from wireless phones may affect inadequately shielded electronic equipment.RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic operatingsystems and/or entertainment systems in motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer ortheir representative to determine if these systems are adequately shielded from external RFsignals. Also check with the manufacturer regarding any equipment that has been added toyour vehicle.Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as pacemakers andhearing aids, to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF signals.Turning Off Your Phone Before FlyingTurn off your phone before boarding any aircraft. To prevent possible interference withaircraft systems, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations require you tohave permission from a crew member to use your phone while the plane is on the ground.To prevent any risk of interference, FCC regulations prohibit using your phone while theplane is in the air.Note: Always turn off the phone in healthcare facilities and requestpermission before using the phone near medical equipment.
