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Section 4A: Safety Guidelines 161
Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to
Your Phone
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE
Using Your Phone While Driving
Talking on your phone while driving (or operating the phone without a hands-free
device) is prohibited in some jurisdictions. Laws vary as to specific restrictions.
Remember that safety always comes first.
When using your phone in the car:
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Get to know your phone and its features, such as speed dial
and redial.
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When available, use a hands-free device.
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Position your phone within easy reach.
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Let the person you are speaking to know you are driving; if necessary,suspend
the call in heavy traffic or hazardous
weather conditions.
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Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving.
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Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, place calls when stationary or
before pulling into traffic.
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Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may divert your
attention from the road.
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Dial to report serious emergencies. It’s free from your
wireless phone.
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Use your phone to help others in emergencies.
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Call roadside assistance or a special non-emergency wireless number when
necessary.
Following Safety Guidelines
To operate your phone safely and efficiently, always follow any special regulations
in a given area. Turn your phone off in areas where use is forbidden or when it may
cause interference or danger.
Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radiofrequency (RF) signals.
However, RF signals from wireless phones may affect inadequately shielded
electronic equipment.
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic
operating systems and/or entertainment systems in motor vehicles. Check with the
Tip:
Purchase an optional hands-free car kit at your local Sprint Store, or call the
Sprint PCS Accessory Hotline
SM
at 1-800-974-2221 or by dialing # 2 2 2on your
Sprint PCS Vision Phone.
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