Section 20Knowing Performance and Safety Guidelines 133Performanceand Safety 20 Avoid exposing your phone and accessories to rain or liquid spills. If your phonedoes get wet, immediately turn the power off and remove the battery. If it’sinoperable, return it to a Sprint PCS Center or call Sprint PCS Customer Care forservice.Note: For the best care of your phone, only Sprint PCS 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 LEAD TO SERIOUSPERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGEUsing Your Phone While DrivingTalking on the phone while driving (or operating the phone without a hands-freedevice) is prohibited in some jurisdictions. Laws vary as to specific restrictions.Remember that safety always comes first.When using your phone in the car: Get to know your phone and its features, such as speed dial and redial. When available, use a hands-free device. Position your phone within easy reach. Let the person you are speaking to know you are driving; if necessary, suspendthe call in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving. Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, place calls when you are notmoving or before pulling into traffic. Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may divert yourattention from the road. Dial to report serious emergencies. It’s free fromyour wireless phone. Use your phone to help others in emergencies. Call roadside assistance or a special non-emergency wireless number whennecessary.Tip: Purchase an optional Hands-Free Car Kit.Following Safety GuidelinesTo operate your phone safely and efficiently, always follow any special regulations ina given area. Turn your phone off in areas where use is forbidden or when it maycause interference or danger.
