LG C2500: Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Exposure to radio frequency energy

Product care and maintenance

Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate

Warning: Use only batteries, charger and accessories

(SAR) information

approved for use with this particular phone model. The

This mobile phone model C2500 has been designed to

use of any other types may invalidate any approval or

comply with applicable safety requirement for exposure

warranty applying to the phone, and may be dangerous.

to radio waves. This requirement is based on scientific

• Do not disassemble this unit. Take it to a qualified

guidelines that include safety margins designed to assure

service technician when repair work is required.

this safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.

• Keep away from electrical appliance such as a TV, radio

• The radio wave exposure guidelines employ a unit of

or personal computer.

measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate,

• The unit should be kept away from heat sources such as

or SAR. Tests for SAR are conducted using standardized

radiators or cookers.

method with the phone transmitting at its highest

certified power level in all used frequency bands.

• Do not drop.

•

While there may be differences between the SAR levels

•

Do not subject this unit to mechanical vibration or shock.

of various LG phone models, they are all designed to

• The coating of the phone may be damaged if covered

meet the relevant guidelines for exposure to radio waves.

with wrap or vinyl wrapper.

• The SAR limit recommended by the international

• Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol, benzene,

Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection

thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean your phone. There

(ICNIRP), which is 2W/kg averaged over ten (10) gram of

is a risk of this causing a fire.

tissue.

• Do not subject this unit to excessive smoke or dust.

• The highest SAR value for this model phone tested by

• Do not keep the phone next to credit cards or transport

DASY4 for use at the ear is 0.551 W/kg (10g).

tickets; it can affect the information on the magnetic

• SAR data information for residents in countries/regions

strips.

that have adopted the SAR limit recommended by the

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE),

which is 1.6 W/kg averaged over one (1) gram of tissue.

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• Do not tap the screen with a sharp object; otherwise, it

• Hold the phone as you speak to any other telephone.

may damage the phone.

While speaking directly into the microphone, angle the

• Do not expose the phone to liquid or moisture.

antenna in a direction up and over your shoulder. If the

antenna is extendable/ retractable, it should be

• Use the accessories like an earphone cautiously.

extended during a call.

• If you put your phone in a pocket or bag without

• Do not hold the antenna when the phone is in use. If you

covering the receptacle of the phone (power plug pin),

hold it, it can affect call quality, it also may cause the

metallic articles (such as a coin, paperclip or pen) may

phone to operate as a higher power level that needed

short-circuit the phone. Always cover the receptacle

and shorten talk and standby times.

when not in use.

• If your mobile phone supports infrared, never direct the

• Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it will

infrared ray at anyone’s eye.

cause the battery to explode.

• Only authorized personnel should service the phone and

its accessories. Faulty installation or service may result

Electronics devices

in accidents and consequently invalidate the warranty.

All mobile phones may get interference, which could

• Do not use the phone if the antenna is damaged. If a

affect performance.

damaged antenna contacts skin, it may cause a slight

• Do not use your mobile phone near medical equipment

burn. Please contact an LG Authorized Service Center to

without requesting permission. Avoid placing the phone

replace the damaged antenna.

over the pacemaker, i.e. in your breast pocket.

• The label of the phone contains important information

• Some hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile

for customer support purposes. Do not remove it.

phones.

• Minor interference may affect TVs, radios, PCs, etc.

Efficient phone operation

• Do not bend, scratch, or expose to static electricity.

To enjoy optimum performance with minimum power

consumption please:

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Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Road safety

Potentially explosive atmospheres

Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile

• Do not use the phone at a refueling point. Don’t use near

phones in the areas when you drive.

fuel or chemicals.

• Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.

• Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid, or

• Give full attention to driving.

explosives in the compartment of your vehicle, which

contains your mobile phone and accessories.

• Use a hands-free kit, if available.

• Pull off the road and park before making or answering a

In aircraft

call if driving conditions so require.

Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft.

• RF energy may affect some electronic systems in your

motor vehicle such as car stereo, safety equipment.

• Turn off your mobile phone before boarding any aircraft.

• When riding in a car, do not leave your phone or set up

• Do not use it on the ground without crew permission.

the hands-free kit near to the air bag. If wireless

equipment is improperly installed and the air bag is

Battery information and care

activated, you may be seriously injured.

• You do not need to completely discharge the battery

before recharging. Unlike other battery systems, there is

Blasting area

no memory effect that could compromise the battery’s

Do not use the phone where blasting is in progress.

performance.

Observe restrictions, and follow any regulations or rules.

• Use only LG batteries and chargers. LG chargers are

designed to maximize the battery life.

• Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery pack.

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