LG KG225: Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Guidelines for safe and efficient use

Please read these simple guidelines. Not following

designed to meet the relevant guidelines for

Guidelines for safe and efficient use

these guidelines may be dangerous or illegal. Further

exposure to radio waves.

detailed information is given in this manual.

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The SAR limit recommended by the International

Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection

Exposure to radio frequency

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

tissue.

energy

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The highest SAR value for this model phone tested

Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate

by DASY4 for use at the ear is 0.917 W/kg (10g).

(SAR) information

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SAR data information for residents in

This mobile phone model KG225 has been designed

countries/regions that have adopted the SAR limit

to comply with applicable safety requirements for

recommended by the Institute of Electrical and

exposure to radio waves. This requirement is based

Electronics Engineers (IEEE) is 1.6 W/kg averaged

on scientific guidelines that include safety margins

over one (1) gram of tissue (for example USA,

designed to assure the safety of all persons,

Canada, Australia and Taiwan).

regardless of age and health.

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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 conducted using

Warning! Only use batteries, chargers and accessories

approved for use with this particular phone model. The

standardised methods with the phone transmitting

use of any other types may invalidate any approval or

at its highest certified power level in all used

warranty applying to the phone, and may be dangerous.

frequency bands.

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Do not disassemble this unit. Take it to a qualified

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While there may be differences between the SAR

service technician when repair work is required.

levels of various LG phone models, they are all

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Keep away from electrical appliances such as a TV's,

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Use accessories, such as earphones and headsets,

Guidelines for safe and efficient use

radios or personal computers.

with caution. Ensure that cables are tucked away

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safely and do not touch the antenna unnecessarily.

The unit should be kept away from heat sources

such as radiators or cookers.

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Please remove the data cable before powering on

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the handset.

Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it

will cause the battery to explode.

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Do not drop.

Efficient phone operation

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Do not subject this unit to mechanical vibration or

To enjoy optimum performance with minimum

shock.

power consumption please:

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The coating of the phone may be damaged if

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

covered with wrap or vinyl wrapper.

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

cause the phone to operate at a higher power level

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Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol,

than needed and shorten talk and standby times.

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

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

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Do not subject this unit to excessive smoke or dust.

Electronic devices

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Do not keep the phone next to credit cards or

All mobile phones may get interference, which

transport tickets; it can affect the information on

could affect performance.

the magnetic strips.

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Do not use your mobile phone near medical

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Do not tap the screen with a sharp object as it may

equipment without requesting permission. Avoid

damage the phone.

placing the phone over pacemakers (i.e. in your

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breast pocket.)

Do not expose the phone to liquid or moisture.

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Guidelines for safe and efficient use

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Some hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile

level so that you are aware of your surroundings.

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phones.

This is particularly imperative when attempting to

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

cross the street.

Road safety

Avoid damage to your hearing

Check the laws and regulations on the use of

Damage to your hearing can occur if you are exposed

to loud sound for long periods of time. We therefore

mobile phones in the areas when you drive.

recommend that you do not turn on or off the

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Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.

handset close to your ear. We also recommend that

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Give full attention to driving.

music and call volumes are set to a reasonable level.

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Use a hands-free kit, if available.

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Pull off the road and park before making or

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answering a call if driving conditions so require.

Do not use the phone where blasting is in progress.

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RF energy may affect some electronic systems in

Observe restrictions, and follow any regulations or

your motor vehicle such as a car stereo or safety

rules.

equipment.

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If your vehicle is equipped with an air bag, do not

Potentially explosive atmospheres

obstruct it with installed or portable wireless

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Do not use the phone at a refueIling point. Don't

equipment. It can cause serious injury due to

use near fuel or chemicals.

improper performance.

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Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid, or

If you are listening to music whilst out and about,

explosives in the compartment of your vehicle,

please ensure that the volume is at a reasonable

which contains your mobile phone and accessories.

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