HTC RHOD500 Cell Phone User Manual


 
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Important Health Information and Safety Precautions
When using this product, the safety precautions below must be taken to avoid possible legal liabilities and
damages.
Retain and follow all product safety and operating instructions. Observe all warnings in the operating
instructions on the product.
To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electric shock, fire, and damage to the equipment, observe the following
precautions.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
This product is intended for use when supplied with power from the designated battery or power supply unit.
Other usage may be dangerous and will invalidate any approval given to this product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR PROPER GROUNDING INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Connecting to an improperly grounded equipment can result in an electric shock to your device.
This product equipped with a USB Cable for connecting with desktop or notebook computer. Be sure your
computer is properly grounded (earthed) before connecting this product to the computer. The power supply
cord of a desktop or notebook computer has an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The
plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet which is properly installed and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR POWER SUPPLY UNIT
Use the correct external power source
A product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the electrical ratings
label. If you are not sure of the type of power source required, consult your authorized service provider
or local power company. For a product that operates from battery power or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions that are included with the product.
Handle battery packs carefully
This product contains a Li-ion battery. There is a risk of fire and burns if the battery pack is handled
improperly. Do not attempt to open or service the battery pack. Do not disassemble, crush, puncture,
short external contacts or circuits, dispose of in fire or water, or expose a battery pack to temperatures
higher than 60˚C (140˚F).
WARNING: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. To reduce risk of fire or burns, do not
disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, expose to temperature above 60˚C (140˚F), or
dispose of in fire or water. Replace only with specified batteries. Recycle or dispose of used batteries
according to the local regulations or reference guide supplied with your product.
Take extra precautions
Keep the battery or device dry and away from water or any liquid as it may cause a short circuit.
Keep metal objects away so they don’t come in contact with the battery or its connectors as it may
lead to short circuit during operation.
The phone should be only connected to products that bear the USB-IF logo or have completed the
USB-IF compliance program.
Do not use a battery that appears damaged, deformed, or discolored, or the one that has any rust on
its casing, overheats, or emits a foul odor.
Always keep the battery out of the reach of babies and small children, to avoid swallowing of the
battery. Consult the doctor immediately if the battery is swallowed.
Only use the battery with a charging system that has been qualified with the system per this
standard, IEEE-Std-1725-2006. Use of an unqualified battery or charger may present a risk of fire,
explosion, leakage or other hazard.