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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:
ᮣ Get to know your phone and its features, such as speed dial and redial.
ᮣ When available, use a hands-free device.
ᮣ Position your phone within easy reach.
ᮣ Let the person you are speaking to know you are driving; if necessary, suspend the call in
heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions.
ᮣ Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving.
ᮣ Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, place calls when stationary or before pulling
into traffic.
ᮣ Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may divert your attention from
the road.
ᮣ Dial 911 to report serious emergencies. It’s free from your wireless phone.
ᮣ Use your phone to help others in emergencies.
ᮣ 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 radio frequency (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 manufacturer or their
representative to determine if these systems are adequately shielded from external RF signals. Also
check with the manufacturer regarding any equipment that has been added to your vehicle.
Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as pacemakers and hearing aids,
to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF signals.
Note: Always turn off the phone in health care facilities and request permission before
using the phone near medical equipment.
Turning Off Wireless Mode Before Flying
Turn off wireless mode before boarding any aircraft. To prevent possible interference with aircraft
systems, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations require you to have
permission from a crew member to use wireless mode while the plane is on the ground. To
prevent any risk of interference, FCC regulations prohibit using wireless mode while the plane is
in the air.