Section 4A: Safety 257
Maintaining Your Phone’s Peak Performance
There are several simple guidelines to operating your phone properly and
maintaining safe, satisfactory service.
䢇Hold the phone with the antenna raised, fully-extended, and over your
shoulder.
䢇Try notto hold, bend, or twistthe phone’s antenna.
䢇Don’tuse the phone if the antenna is damaged.
䢇Speak directly into the mouthpiece.
䢇Avoid exposing your phone and accessories to rain or liquid spills. If
your phone does getwet, immediately turn the power off and remove
the battery.
Note:For the bestcare of your phone, only Sprintauthorized personnel should service
your phone and accessories. Faulty service may void the warranty.
Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to Your PhoneFAILURE 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 withouta
hands-free device) is prohibited in some jurisdictions. Laws vary as to
specific restrictions. Remember thatsafety always comes first.
Tip:Purchase an optional hands-free car kitatyour local Sprint Store, or
call the SprintPCS Accessory HotlineSMat 1-800-974-2221 or by dialing
on your SprintPCS Vision Phone.
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 itmay cause interference or danger.
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