LG F3000: GUIDELINES FOR SAFE AND EFFICIENT USE

GUIDELINES FOR SAFE AND EFFICIENT USE

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Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate

• The highest SAR value for this model phone tested

(SAR) information

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

This mobile phone model F3000 has been designed

• SAR data information for residents in countries/

to comply with applicable safety requirement for

regions that have adopted the SAR limit

exposure to radio waves. This requirement is based

recommended by the Institute of Electrical and

on scientific guidelines that include safety margins

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

designed to assure this safety of all persons,

averaged over one (1) gram of tissue.

regardless of age and health.

• The radio wave exposure guidelines employ a unit

Product care and maintenance

of measurement known as the Specific

Absorption Rate, or SAR. Tests for SAR are

Warning: Use only batteries, charger and

conducted using standardized method with the

accessories approved for use with this particular

phone transmitting at its highest certified power

phone model. The use of any other types may

level in all used frequency bands.

invalidate any approval or warranty applying to the

phone, and may be dangerous.

• While there may be differences between the SAR

levels of various LG phone models, they are all

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

designed to meet the relevant guidelines for

service technician when repair work is required.

exposure to radio waves.

• Keep away from electrical appliance such as a

• The SAR limit recommended by the international

TV, radio or personal computer.

Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection

• The unit should be kept away from heat sources

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

such as radiators or cookers.

gram of tissue.

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• Do not drop.

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

• Do not subject this unit to mechanical vibration or

covering the receptacle of the phone (power plug

shock.

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

pen) may short-circuit the phone. Always cover

• The coating of the phone may be damaged if

the receptacle when not in use.

covered with wrap or vinyl wrapper.

• Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it

• Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol,

will cause the battery to explode.

benzene, thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean

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

• Only authorized personnel should service the

phone and its accessories. Faulty installation or

• Do not subject this unit to excessive smoke or

service may result in accidents and consequently

dust.

invalidate the warranty.

• Do not keep the phone next to credit cards or

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

transport tickets; it can affect the information on

If a damaged antenna contacts skin, it may cause

the magnetic strips.

a slight burn. Please contact an LG Authorized

• Do not tap the screen with a sharp object;

Service Center to replace the damaged antenna.

otherwise, it may damage the phone.

• The label of the phone contains important

• Do not expose the phone to liquid or moisture.

information for customer support purposes.

• Use the accessories like an earphone cautiously.

Do not remove it.

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Efficient phone operation

Electronics devices

To enjoy optimum performance with minimum

All mobile phones may get interference, which

power consumption please:

could affect performance.

• Hold the phone as you speak to any other

• Do not use your mobile phone near medical

telephone. While speaking directly into the

equipment without requesting permission. Avoid

microphone, angle the antenna in a direction up

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

and over your shoulder. If the antenna is

breast pocket.

extendable/retractable, it should be extended

• Some hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile

during a call.

phones.

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

• Minor interference may affect TVs, radios, PCs,

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

etc.

cause the phone to operate as a higher power

• Do not bend, scratch, or expose to static

level that needed and shorten talk and standby

electricity.

times.

• If your mobile phone supports infrared, never

direct the infrared ray at anyone’s eye.

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Road safety

Potentially explosive

Check the laws and regulations on the use of

atmospheres

mobile phones in the areas when you drive.

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

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

use near fuel or chemicals.

• Give full attention to driving.

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

• Use a hands-free kit, if available.

explosives in the compartment of your vehicle,

which contains your mobile phone and

• Pull off the road and park before making or

accessories.

answering a call if driving conditions so require.

• RF energy may affect some electronic systems in

your motor vehicle such as car stereo, safety

In aircraft

equipment.

Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft.

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

• Turn off your mobile phone before boarding any

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

aircraft.

wireless equipment is improperly installed and the

• Do not use it on the ground without crew

air bag is activated, you may be seriously injured.

permission.

Blasting area

Do not use the phone where blasting is in progress.

Observe restrictions, and follow any regulations or

rules.

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Battery information and care

Network service

• You do not need to completely discharge the

• Some services and functions described in this

battery before recharging. Unlike other battery

user’s guide are dependent on network or

systems, there is no memory effect that could

subscription. Therefore, all menus may not be

compromise the battery’s performance.

available in your phone. Please consult network

• Use only LG batteries and chargers. LG chargers

operator for more information about your

are designed to maximize the battery life.

subscription.

• 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.

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

long time to maximize usability.

•

Do not expose the battery charger to direct sunlight

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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