LG F2200: Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may

• The SAR limit recommended by the international

be dangerous or illegal. Further detailed information is

Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection

given in this manual.

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

gram of tissue.

Exposure to radio frequency energy

• The highest SAR value for this model phone tested

by DASY4 for use at the ear is 0.836 W/kg (10g).

Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate

(SAR) information

• SAR data information for residents in

countries/regions that have adopted the SAR limit

This mobile phone model F2200 has been designed to

recommended by the Institute of Electrical and

comply with applicable safety requirement for

Electronics Engineers (IEEE), which is 1.6 W/kg

exposure to radio waves. This requirement is based on

averaged over one (1) gram of tissue.

scientific guidelines that include safety margins

designed to assure this safety of all persons,

regardless of age and health.

Product care and maintenance

• The radio wave exposure guidelines employ a unit of

Warning: Use only batteries, charger and accessories

measurement known as the Specific Absorption

approved for use with this particular phone model.

Rate, or SAR. Tests for SAR are conducted using

The use of any other types may invalidate any

standardized method with the phone transmitting at

approval or w arranty applying to the phone, and may

its highest certified power level in all used frequency

be dangerous.

bands.

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

• While there may be differences between the SAR

service technician when repair work is required.

levels of various LG phone models, they are all

• Keep away from electrical appliance such as a TV,

designed to meet the relevant guidelines for

radio or personal computer.

exposure to radio waves.

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Guidelines for safe and efficient use

• The unit should be kept away from heat sources

• Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it

such as radiators or cookers.

will cause the battery to explode.

• Do not drop.

• Only authorized personnel should service the phone

• Do not subject this unit to mechanical vibration or

and its accessories. Faulty installation or service

shock.

may result in accidents and consequently invalidate

the warranty.

• The coating of the phone may be damaged if covered

with wrap or vinyl wrapper.

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

damaged antenna contacts skin, it may cause a

• Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol,

slight burn. Please contact an LG Authorized Service

benzene, thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean your

Center to replace the damaged antenna.

phone. There is a risk of this causing a fire.

• The label of the phone contains important

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

information for customer support purposes. Do not

• Do not keep the phone next to credit cards or

remove it.

transport tickets; it can affect the information on the

magnetic strips.

Efficient phone operation

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

To enjoy optimum performance with minimum power

it may damage the phone.

consumption please:

• Do not expose the phone to liquid or moisture.

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

• Use the accessories like an earphone cautiously.

While speaking directly into the microphone, angle

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

the antenna in a direction up and over your shoulder.

covering the receptacle of the phone (power plug

If the antenna is extendable/ retractable, it should be

pin), metallic articles (such as a coin, paperclip or

extended during a call.

pen) may short-circuit the phone. Always cover the

receptacle when not in use.

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Guidelines for safe and efficient use

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

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

you hold it, it can affect call quality, it also may

• Give full attention to driving.

cause the phone to operate as a higher power level

• Use a hands-free kit, if available.

that needed and shorten talk and standby times.

• Pull off the road and park before making or

• If your mobile phone supports infrared, never direct

answering a call if driving conditions so require.

the infrared ray at anyone’s eye.

• RF energy may affect some electronic systems in

Electronics devices

your motor vehicle such as car stereo, safety

equipment.

All mobile phones may get interference, which could

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

affect performance.

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

• Do not use your mobile phone near medical

equipment is improperly installed and the air bag is

equipment without requesting permission. Avoid

activated, you may be seriously injured.

placing the phone over the pacemaker, i.e. in your

breast pocket.

Blasting area

• Some hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile

Do not use the phone where blasting is in progress.

phones.

Observe restrictions, and follow any regulations or

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

rules.

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

Potentially explosive atmospheres

Road safety

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

Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile

near fuel or chemicals.

phones in the areas when you drive.

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Guidelines for safe and efficient use

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

• Recharge the battery if it has not been used for a

explosives in the compartment of your vehicle, which

long time to maximize usability.

contains your mobile phone and accessories.

• Do not expose the battery charger to direct sunlight

or in high humidity, such as the bathroom.

In aircraft

• Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places, this

Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft.

may deteriorate the battery performance.

• Turn off your mobile phone before boarding any

aircraft.

Network service

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

• Some services and functions described in this user's

guide are dependent on network or subscription.

Battery information and care

Therefore, all menus may not be available in your

phone. Please consult network operator for more

• You do not need to completely discharge the battery

information about your subscription.

before recharging. Unlike other battery systems,

there is no memory effect that could compromise the

battery’s performance.

• Use only LG batteries and chargers. LG chargers are

designed to maximize the battery life.

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

• Keep the metal contacts of the battery pack clean.

• Replace the battery when it no longer provides

acceptable performance. The battery pack may be

recharged hundreds of times until it needs replacing.

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Table of Contents

Part of the Phone .............................................................12

• International Calls ........................................................ 18

• Front of the Phone ........................................................ 12

• Making a call using the Phonebook .......................... 18