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Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where the power cord connects to the BlackBerry smartphone. Unplug charging accessories during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time. When you use your BlackBerry smartphone with any charging accessories, ensure
that you route the power cord in a way that reduces the risk of injury to others, such as tripping or choking. Do not use
charging accessories outside or in any area exposed to the elements.
For more information about inserting the battery and connecting the power supply, see the documentation that came with
your BlackBerry smartphone.
To buy accessories for your BlackBerry smartphone, contact your wireless service provider or visit
www.shopblackberry.com.
Battery safety
Your BlackBerry smartphone contains a removable lithium-ion battery.
The battery might present a fire, explosion, chemical burn, or other hazard if mistreated. Do not put your battery in contact
with liquids.
Do not use the battery in temperatures above 140°F (60°C) because this could cause permanent
damage to the battery.
Do not expose the battery to fire or other external heat sources, such as hot plates, stove tops, space
heaters, or ovens, because this could cause fire or explosion.
Do not attempt to insert foreign objects into the battery. Do not remanufacture, disassemble, modify,
crush, puncture, bend, or shred the battery. If the battery has been remanufactured, disassembled,
modified, crushed, punctured, or altered in any other way, cease use of the battery immediately.
Do not short-circuit the battery or allow metallic or conductive objects to contact the battery
terminals.
Children should not handle batteries unless they are supervised by an adult. The battery might be a
choking hazard. Keep the battery away from pets.
CAUTION: Use only the battery that BlackBerry specifies for use with your particular BlackBerry smartphone model.
BlackBerry specifies batteries for use in BlackBerry smartphones in compliance with IEEE Std 1725. Using any other
battery might invalidate any warranty provided with the BlackBerry smartphone. In addition, there might be a risk of fire or
explosion if you replace the battery with an incorrect battery type. Please ensure you dispose of used batteries according
to the instructions set out in this safety information booklet.
When this icon appears on your BlackBerry smartphone, the battery is not inserted correctly or
an invalid battery is inserted. If you inserted the battery that is specified for use with your
particular BlackBerry smartphone model, remove and reinsert the battery. If you inserted an
invalid battery, remove it immediately and insert the battery that BlackBerry specifies for use
with your particular BlackBerry smartphone model. Verify that the battery connectors align with
the connectors on your BlackBerry smartphone.
Driving and walking safely
Give your full attention to driving; driving safely is your first responsibility. You are responsible for knowing and obeying the
laws and regulations regarding the use of wireless devices in the areas where you drive.
BlackBerry recommends that you do not use your BlackBerry smartphone while you drive. Instead, consider having a
passenger in the vehicle use your BlackBerry smartphone for you, or find a safe location to stop your vehicle before you
use your BlackBerry smartphone.
Store your BlackBerry smartphone safely before driving your vehicle. Do not use any charging accessory as a means of
storing your BlackBerry smartphone while you are in a vehicle. If your vehicle is equipped with an air bag, do not place
your BlackBerry smartphone or other objects above the air bag, or in the air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle wireless
equipment is improperly stored or installed and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result.
Radio frequency signals might affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles.
Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle. If any equipment has been added to your
vehicle, you should also consult the manufacturer of that equipment for information on radio frequency signals.
Do not use your BlackBerry smartphone while walking or engaging in any activity that requires your full attention.
Inattention to vehicular traffic or other pedestrian hazards could result in serious injury, death, or property loss.
Accessories
Use only those accessories approved by BlackBerry. Using any accessories not approved by BlackBerry for use with this
particular BlackBerry smartphone model might invalidate any approval or warranty applicable to the BlackBerry
smartphone, might result in the BlackBerry smartphone becoming inoperative, and might be dangerous.
Carrying solutions: Your BlackBerry smartphone might not come with a holster (body-worn accessory). If you wear your
BlackBerry smartphone on your body, always put your BlackBerry smartphone in a BlackBerry smartphone holster
equipped with an integrated belt clip supplied or approved by BlackBerry. If you do not use a holster equipped with an
integrated belt clip supplied or approved by BlackBerry when you carry your BlackBerry smartphone, keep your
BlackBerry smartphone at least 0.59 in. (15 mm) from your body when the BlackBerry smartphone is transmitting. When
using any data feature of your BlackBerry smartphone (for example, email messages, PIN messages, MMS messages, or
browser service), with or without a USB cable, hold your BlackBerry smartphone at least 0.59 in. (15 mm) from your body.
Using accessories that are not supplied by or approved by BlackBerry might cause your BlackBerry smartphone to exceed
radio frequency exposure guidelines. For more information about radio frequency exposure, see the "Compliance
information" section of this guide.
Most BlackBerry carrying solutions for BlackBerry smartphones (for example, holsters, totes, and pouches) incorporate a
magnet into the physical structure of the carrying solution. Do not place items containing magnetic strip components,
such as debit cards, credit cards, hotel key cards, phone cards, or similar items, near BlackBerry carrying solutions that
incorporate a magnet into the physical structure of the carrying solution. The magnet might damage or erase the data
stored on the magnetic strip.
Magnetometer
Your BlackBerry smartphone includes a magnetometer. The magnetometer is used by applications such as the Compass
application. Magnets-or devices that contain magnets, such as holsters, headphones, or monitors-might negatively affect
the accuracy of the magnetometer. Do not rely solely on applications that use the magnetometer to determine your
location. In an emergency situation, do not rely solely on applications that use the magnetometer.
Media
Certain jurisdictions might prohibit or restrict your use of certain features on your BlackBerry smartphone. When taking,
processing, or using pictures, obey all laws, regulations, procedures, and policies, including, without limitation, any
copyright, personal privacy, trade secret, or security laws which might govern or restrict you while using your BlackBerry
smartphone. Honor the personal rights of others. Copyright protections might prevent you from copying, modifying,
transferring, or forwarding some pictures, music (including ring tones), or other content.
Audio files: Permanent hearing loss might occur if you listen to audio files at high volumes, particularly with headphones.
Avoid increasing the volume of your headphones to block out noisy surroundings. If you experience ringing in your ears or
muffled speech, consult a physician to have your hearing checked.
Camera: If your BlackBerry smartphone has a camera, do not aim the camera directly at the sun or any other bright light.
This action could cause serious damage to your eyes or damage your BlackBerry smartphone. When using the camera
flash, keep the camera flash LED aperture at least 19.69 in. (50 cm) from the subject's eyes.
Antenna
Use only the supplied integrated antenna. Unauthorized antenna modifications or attachments could damage the
BlackBerry smartphone and might violate U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations.
Interference with electronic equipment
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency signals. However, certain electronic equipment might
not be shielded against the radio frequency signals from your BlackBerry smartphone.
Pacemakers:
Consult a physician or the manufacturer of your pacemaker if you have any questions regarding the effect of
radio frequency signals on your pacemaker. Verify that you are using your BlackBerry smartphone in accordance with the
safety requirements associated with your particular pacemaker, which might include the following requirements:
• Always keep your BlackBerry smartphone more than 7.88 inches (20 cm) from the pacemaker when your
BlackBerry smartphone is turned on.
• Do not carry your BlackBerry smartphone in your breast pocket.
• When using the phone on your BlackBerry smartphone, use the ear opposite the pacemaker for making and
receiving calls to minimize the potential interference.
• If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, turn off all wireless connections on your
BlackBerry smartphone immediately. Stop using your BlackBerry smartphone and consult a physician.
Hearing aids: Some digital wireless devices might interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference,
consult your wireless service provider or contact the manufacturer of your hearing aid to discuss alternatives.
Your BlackBerry smartphone includes a magnetometer, which is used by applications such as the Compass application. If
an application that uses the magnetometer causes interference with your hearing aid, close the application.
Other medical devices: If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to
determine if the device is adequately shielded from external radio frequency energy. Your physician might be able to assist
you in obtaining this information.
Health care facilities: Turn off all wireless connections on your BlackBerry smartphone in health care facilities when any
regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities might be using equipment that
could be sensitive to external radio frequency energy.
Aircraft: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations prohibit using
the radio of wireless devices while in the air. Turn off all wireless connections on your BlackBerry smartphone before
boarding an aircraft. The effect of using the BlackBerry smartphone with wireless connections turned on in an aircraft is
unknown. Such use might affect aircraft instrumentation, communication, and performance, might disrupt the network,
might otherwise be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft, and might be illegal. With all wireless connections on your
BlackBerry smartphone turned off, use only nonradio based device applications in accordance with airline regulations for
electronic devices.
Dangerous areas
Your BlackBerry smartphone is not an intrinsically safe device and is not suitable for use in hazardous environments,
where intrinsically safe devices are required, including without limitation, in the presence of gas fumes, explosive dust
situations, operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or communication services, air traffic control, and life support
or weapons systems.
Potentially explosive atmospheres: If you are in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, turn off all wireless
connections on your BlackBerry smartphone and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an
explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. They include fueling areas such
as gasoline or petrol stations; below deck on boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities; vehicles using liquefied
petroleum gas, such as propane or butane; areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or
metal powders; and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.
Do not use the phone on your BlackBerry smartphone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. Leave the area and, if
the phone is available and active on your BlackBerry smartphone, make the call from a safe location.
Blasting areas: When in a "blasting area" or an area that indicates that two-way radios should be turned off, to avoid
interfering with blasting operations, turn off all wireless connections on your BlackBerry smartphone and obey all signs
and instructions.
Operating and storage temperatures
Your BlackBerry smartphone and smartphone charger are designed to be operated and stored within the temperatures
outlined below:
Smartphone operating: 32 to 95°F (0 to 35°C)
Smartphone storage (less than 3 months): -4 to 95°F (-20 to 35°C)
Smartphone storage (3 months or more): 71.6 to 82.4°F (22 to 28°C)
Charger operating: 32 to 113°F (0 to 45°C)
Charger storage: -40 to 176°F (-40 to 80°C)
Usage or storage of your BlackBerry smartphone or BlackBerry smartphone accessories outside of the recommended
temperature ranges could cause damage to your BlackBerry smartphone, BlackBerry smartphone accessories, or lithium-
ion battery.
Keep your BlackBerry smartphone or BlackBerry smartphone accessories away from heat sources, such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. If you are not going to use your BlackBerry
smartphone for more than two weeks, turn off the BlackBerry smartphone power and remove the battery.
Smartphone cleaning and repair
Cleaning: Do not use liquid, aerosol cleaners, or solvents on or near your BlackBerry smartphone or BlackBerry
smartphone accessories. Clean only with a soft dry cloth. Disconnect any cables from the computer and unplug any
charging accessories from the electrical outlet before cleaning either your BlackBerry smartphone or the charging
accessory.
If it is necessary to clean the battery cover on your BlackBerry smartphone, remove the battery cover carefully and keep
your BlackBerry smartphone away from all liquids. Clean the battery cover with a soft cloth that is dampened with water
and mild liquid detergent. Verify that the battery cover is completely dry before you put it back on your BlackBerry
smartphone.
Repair: Do not attempt to disassemble your BlackBerry smartphone or any charging accessory. Only qualified service
personnel should perform repairs to your BlackBerry smartphone. If any of the following situations occur, disconnect the
power supply cables from the computer or electrical outlet and refer your BlackBerry smartphone or charging accessory
for service to qualified service personnel:
• The power supply cord, plug, or connector is damaged.
• Liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the BlackBerry smartphone or charging accessory.
• The BlackBerry smartphone or charging accessory has been exposed to rain or water.
• The BlackBerry smartphone or charging accessory becomes very hot to the touch.
• The BlackBerry smartphone or charging accessory has been dropped or damaged in any way.
• The BlackBerry smartphone or charging accessory does not operate normally by following the instructions in the
user documentation.
• The BlackBerry smartphone or charging accessory exhibits a distinct change in performance.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, adjust only those controls that are covered in the user documentation for your
BlackBerry smartphone. An improper adjustment of other controls might cause damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore your BlackBerry smartphone, charging accessory, or any other accessory to
normal operation.
Failure to observe all safety instructions contained in the user documentation for your BlackBerry smartphone will void the
Limited Warranty and might lead to suspension or denial of services to the offender, legal action, or both.
Smartphone and battery disposal
Do not dispose of either your BlackBerry smartphone or the battery in a fire.
Your BlackBerry smartphone should not be placed in household waste bins.
For information about returning your smartphone and accessories to BlackBerry for recycling and safe disposal, from a
browser on your computer, visit www.blackberry.com/recycling or https://tradeup.blackberry.com. The recycling and
trade-up programs are only available in certain areas.
If these programs are not offered in your area, check with your local government for regulations regarding the proper
disposal of electronic products.
Dispose of the battery in accordance with the laws and regulations in your area governing disposal of such cell types.
About emergency calls and the BlackBerry Mobile Voice System
If you have the BlackBerry Mobile Voice System installed on your BlackBerry smartphone, the following statements are
applicable to you: