LG F2400: Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Exposure to radio frequency energy

• The SAR limit recommended by the international

Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection

Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate

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

(SAR) information

gram of tissue.

This mobile phone model F2400 has been designed to

• The highest SAR value for this model phone tested

comply with applicable safety requirement for

by DASY4 for use at the ear is 0.988 W/kg (10g).

exposure to radio waves. This requirement is based on

scientific guidelines that include safety margins

• SAR data information for residents in

designed to assure this safety of all persons,

countries/regions that have adopted the SAR limit

regardless of age and health.

recommended by the Institute of Electrical and

Electronics Engineers (IEEE), which is 1.3 W/kg

• The radio wave exposure guidelines employ a unit of

averaged over one (1) gram of tissue.

measurement known as the Specific Absorption

Rate, or SAR. Tests for SAR are conducted using

Product care and maintenance

standardized method with the phone transmitting at

Warning: Use only batteries, charger and accessories

its highest certified power level in all used frequency

approved for use with this particular phone model.

bands.

The use of any other types may invalidate any

• While there may be differences between the SAR

approval or warranty applying to the phone, and may

levels of various LG phone models, they are all

be dangerous.

designed to meet the relevant guidelines for

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

exposure to radio waves.

service technician when repair work is required.

• Keep away from electrical appliance such as a TV,

radio or personal computer.

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Guidelines for safe and efficient use

• The unit should be kept away from heat sources

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

such as radiators or cookers.

covering the receptacle of the phone (power plug

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

• Do not drop.

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

• Do not subject this unit to mechanical vibration or

receptacle when not in use.

shock.

• Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it

• The coating of the phone may be damaged if covered

will cause the battery to explode.

with wrap or vinyl wrapper.

• Only authorized personnel should service the phone

• Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol,

and its accessories. Faulty installation or service

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

may result in accidents and consequently invalidate

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

the warranty.

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

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

• Do not keep the phone next to credit cards or

damaged antenna contacts skin, it may cause a

transport tickets; it can affect the information on the

slight burn. Please contact an LG Authorized Service

magnetic strips.

Center to replace the damaged antenna.

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

• The label of the phone contains important

it may damage the phone.

information for customer support purposes. Do not

remove it.

• Do not expose the phone to liquid or moisture.

• Use the accessories like an earphone cautiously.

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Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Efficient phone operation

• Some hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile

phones.

To enjoy optimum performance with minimum power

consumption please:

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

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

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

While speaking directly into the microphone, angle

the antenna in a direction up and over your shoulder.

Road safety

If the antenna is extendable/ retractable, it should be

Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile

extended during a call.

phones in the areas when you drive.

• 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

cause the phone to operate as a higher power level

• Give full attention to driving.

that needed and shorten talk and standby times.

• Use a hands-free kit, if available.

• If your mobile phone supports infrared, never direct

• Pull off the road and park before making or

the infrared ray at anyone’s eye.

answering a call if driving conditions so require.

Electronics devices

• RF energy may affect some electronic systems in

your motor vehicle such as car stereo, safety

All mobile phones may get interference, which could

equipment.

affect performance.

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

• Do not use your mobile phone near medical

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

equipment without requesting permission. Avoid

equipment is improperly installed and the air bag is

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

activated, you may be seriously injured.

breast pocket.

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Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Blasting area

Battery information and care

Do not use the phone where blasting is in progress.

• You do not need to completely discharge the battery

Observe restrictions, and follow any regulations or

before recharging. Unlike other battery systems,

rules.

there is no memory effect that could compromise the

battery’s performance.

Potentially explosive atmospheres

• Use only LG batteries and chargers. LG chargers are

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

designed to maximize the battery life.

near fuel or chemicals.

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

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

explosives in the compartment of your vehicle, which

• Keep the metal contacts of the battery pack clean.

contains your mobile phone and accessories.

• Replace the battery when it no longer provides

acceptable performance. The battery pack may be

In aircraft

recharged hundreds of times until it needs replacing.

Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft.

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

• Turn off your mobile phone before boarding any

long time to maximize usability.

aircraft.

• Do not expose the battery charger to direct sunlight

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

or use it in high humidity, such as the bathroom.

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

may deteriorate the battery performance.

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