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20th July 2004
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9 Safety recommendations
9.1 General Safety
It is important to follow any special regulations regarding the use of radio
equipment due in particular to the possibility of radio frequency (RF)
interference. Please follow the safety advice given below carefully.
Switch OFF your GSM Modem:
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When in an aircraft. The use of cellular telephones in an aircraft may
endanger the operation of the aircraft, disrupt the cellular network and
is illegal. Failure to observe this instruction may lead to suspension or
denial of cellular telephone services to the offender, or legal action or
both,
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When at a refueling point,
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When in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere which
could cause an explosion or fire,
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In hospitals and any other place where medical equipment may be in
use.
Respect restrictions on the use of radio equipment in:
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Fuel depots,
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Chemical plants,
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Places where blasting operations are in progress,
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Any other area where signalization reminds that the use of cellular
telephone is forbidden or dangerous.
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Any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your
vehicle engine.
There may be a hazard associated with the operation of your GSM Modem close
to inadequately protected personal medical devices such as hearing aids and
pacemakers. Consult the manufacturers of the medical device to determine if it is
adequately protected.
Operation of your GSM Modem close to other electronic equipment may also
cause interference if the equipment is inadequately protected. Observe any
warning signs and manufacturers’ recommendations.
The modem is designed for and intended to be used in “
fixed” and “mobile”
applications:
!
“
Fixed” means that the device is physically secured at one location and is
not able to be easily moved to another location.
!
“
Mobile” means that the device is designed to be used in other than fixed
locations and generally in such a way that a separation distance of at least
20 cm (8 inches) is normally maintained between the transmitter’s antenna
and the body of the user or nearby persons.
The Modem is not designed for and intended to be used in portable applications
(within 20 cm or 8 inches of the body of the user) and such uses are strictly
prohibited.