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Appendix A Product Information
Appendix A
Product Information
Safety and Compliance Information
Use Responsibly. Read all instructions and safety information before use.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR OTHER INJURY OR DAMAGE.
Maintaining Your Kindle
Do not use your Kindle or its accessories in rain, or near sinks or other wet locations. Take care not to spill any food or liquid on your Kindle. If your device does get wet, unplug all cables, turn off the wireless (go to Menu, and choose Turn Wireless Off) and let the screen revert to the screen saver. Wait for the device to dry completely before pressing the power button to wake again. Do not attempt to dry your Kindle with an external heat source, such as a microwave oven or hair dryer. Clean the screen with a soft cloth; be careful not to wipe it with anything abrasive. When carrying your Kindle in a bag or briefcase, keep a book cover on to avoid scratches.
Don’t expose your Kindle to extreme heat or cold. For example, don’t leave it in the trunk of your car in
Servicing Your Device
If your device needs service, please contact Amazon Customer Support. Contact details can be found at www.kindle.com/support.
Faulty service may void the warranty.
Battery Safety
The rechargeable battery in your Kindle should be replaced only by an authorized service provider. For more information about batteries, go to www.kindle.com/support. Charge the battery only in temperatures that range from 32° to 95° Fahrenheit (0° to 35° Celsius). Your Kindle is not shipped with an AC adaptor. Your Kindle should only be charged using the USB cable included with the device, or another USB cable approved for use with your Kindle, with a compatible USB charger or USB port that meets the following requirements:
Wireless Safety and Compliance
Turn your wireless connection off in areas where wireless use is forbidden or when it may cause interference or danger. Some specific situations are described below. In general, you should not use your Kindle with your wireless connection turned on any place you are not allowed to use a cellular device.