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Safety Guidelines
Explosion, Shock, and Fire Hazards
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Do not put your phone in a place subject to excessive
dust and keep the minimum required distance between
the power cord and heat sources.
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Unplug the power cord prior to cleaning your phone,
and clean the power plug pin when it is dirty.
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When using the power plug, ensure that it is firmly
connected. If it is not, it may cause excessive heat or
fire.
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If you put your phone in a pocket or bag without
covering the receptacle of the phone (power plug pin),
metallic articles (such as a coin, paperclip or pen) may
short-circuit the phone. Always cover the receptacle
when not in use.
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Do not short-circuit the battery. Metallic articles such
as a coin, paperclip or pen in your pocket or bag may
short-circuit the + and – terminals of the battery
(metal strips on the battery) upon moving. Short-
circuit of the terminal may damage the battery and
cause an explosion.
General Notice
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Using a damaged battery or placing a battery in your
mouth may cause serious injury.
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Do not place items containing magnetic components
such as a credit card, phone card, bank book or subway
ticket near your phone. The magnetism of the phone may
damage the data stored in the magnetic strip.
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Talking on your phone for a long period of time may
reduce call quality due to heat generated during use.
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When the phone is not used for a long period time,
store it in a safe place with the power cord unplugged.
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Using the phone in proximity to receiving equipment
(i.e., TV or radio) may cause interference to the
phone.
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Do not use the phone if the antenna is damaged. If a
damaged antenna contacts skin, it may cause a slight
burn. Please contact an LG Authorized Service Center
to replace the damaged antenna.
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Do not immerse your phone in water. If this happens,
turn it off immediately and remove the battery. If the
phone does not work, take it to an LG Authorized
Service Center.
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The power cord on this product will expose you to
lead, a chemical known to the State of California to
cause (cancer) birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
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