Blackbe;rry BOLD 9700 - SAFETY User manual

BlackBerry Bold 9700 Smartphone
Safety and Product Information
To find the latest safety and product information, visit
www.blackberry.com/docs/smartphones.

MAT-26796-001 | PRINTSPEC-021
SWDT43156-827121-0828104107-001 | RCM71UW/RCN71UW

Contents
Important safety precautions.............................................................................................................................3
Safety information................................................................................................................................................7
Electrical safety..............................................................................................................................................................7
Battery safety and disposal.........................................................................................................................................8
Device disposal..............................................................................................................................................................9
Safe use guidelines.......................................................................................................................................................9
Driving and walking safely.........................................................................................................................................10
Accessories....................................................................................................................................................................11
Antenna care.................................................................................................................................................................11
Operating and storage temperatures........................................................................................................................11
Interference with electronic equipment...................................................................................................................12
Dangerous areas..........................................................................................................................................................13
Service...........................................................................................................................................................................14
Additional safety guidelines......................................................................................................................................15
Compliance information....................................................................................................................................19
Exposure to radio frequency signals.........................................................................................................................19
Specific absorption rate data.....................................................................................................................................21
FCC compliance statement (United States)...........................................................................................................25
US Information Concerning the Federal Communications Commission ("FCC") Requirements for Hearing
Aid Compatibility with Wireless Devices ................................................................................................................26
Industry Canada certification...................................................................................................................................28

Class B compliance.....................................................................................................................................................28
EU regulatory conformance...................................................................................................................................... 28
Additional regulatory conformance.........................................................................................................................30
Product information............................................................................................................................................31
Legal notice..........................................................................................................................................................35

Important safety precautions
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Before you use your BlackBerry® device, it is important that you read the
compliance information and the guidelines for the safe use of your
BlackBerry device that are found in this guide.
Use only approved batteries with your BlackBerry device. Use of batteries that
have not been approved by Research In Motion might present a risk of fire or
explosion, which could cause serious harm, death, or property loss.
Use only RIM approved holsters. Use of holsters that have not been approved
by RIM might, in the long term, present a risk of serious harm.
Use only RIM approved chargers. Use of chargers that have not been approved
by RIM might present a risk of fire or explosion, which could cause serious
harm, death, or property loss.
When you wear the BlackBerry device close to your body, use a RIM approved
holster with an integrated belt clip or maintain a distance of 0.98 in. (25 mm)
between your BlackBerry device and your body while the BlackBerry device is
transmitting. Use of body-worn accessories, other than RIM approved holsters
with an integrated belt clip, might cause your BlackBerry device to exceed
radio frequency (RF) exposure standards if the accessories are worn on your
body while the BlackBerry device is transmitting. The long term effects of
exceeding RF exposure standards might present a risk of serious harm. For
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Tip Description
more information about the compliance of this BlackBerry device with the FCC
RFemissionguidelines,visit www.fcc.gov/oet/ea/fccidand searchfor theFCC
ID for your device as listed below:
•BlackBerry® Bold™ 9700 smartphone (model number RCM71UW): FCC
ID L6ARCM70UW
•BlackBerry Bold 9700 smartphone (model number RCN71UW): FCC ID
L6ARCN70UW
Do not rely on your BlackBerry device for emergency communications. The
wireless networks that are necessary to make emergency calls or send
messages are not available in all areas, and emergency numbers (such as 911,
112, or 999) might not connect you to emergency services in all areas.
Do not disassemble your BlackBerry device. Your BlackBerry device contains
small parts that might be a choking hazard.
KeepyourBlackBerrydeviceawayfrommedicaldevices,includingpacemakers
and hearing aids, as they might malfunction causing serious harm or death to
you or others.
Do not put your BlackBerry device in contact with liquids as this might cause
a short circuit, a fire, or an electric shock.
When you use your BlackBerry device speakerphone, never hold the
BlackBerry device to your ear. Serious and permanent hearing damage could
occur.
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Tip Description
Exposure to flashing lights on the BlackBerry device can cause epileptic
seizures or blackouts and might be dangerous to you or others. If you are
susceptible to epileptic seizures or blackouts, consult your physician before
you use the BlackBerry device.
Do not use your BlackBerry device while driving unless you are permitted by
law to use the BlackBerry device in hands-free mode. Using your BlackBerry
device while driving could put you and others at greater risk of an accident
causing serious injury, death, or property loss.
Do not use your BlackBerry device in the presence of gas fumes as it might
present a risk of fire or explosion.
Do not use or store your BlackBerry device in temperatures that exceed 104°
F (40°C) as the BlackBerry device might become hot.
Do not dispose of your BlackBerry device in a fire as this might cause an
explosion resulting in serious injury, death, or property loss.
Turn off your BlackBerry device in aircrafts. Using your BlackBerry device on
an aircraft might affect aircraft instrumentation, communication, and
performance; might disrupt the network; might otherwise be dangerous to the
operation of the aircraft, its crew, and its passengers; and might be illegal.
BlackBerry devices are not inherently safe and cannot be used in the presence
of explosive fumes, explosive dust, or other explosive chemicals. Sparks in such
areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in serious injury, death, or
damage to property.
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Safety information
Please read these safety and operation instructions before using the BlackBerry® device or any
accessories provided with the device. Retain these instructions for future use.
In some countries there may be restrictions on using Bluetooth® enabled and wireless devices
with encryption software. Check with your local authorities.
Electrical safety
Charge the BlackBerry® device using only the charging accessories provided or specifically
approved by Research In Motion for use with this BlackBerry device. Any approval from RIM
under this document must be in writing and must be from a person authorized to provide such
approval. Use of any other accessory might invalidate any warranty provided with the
BlackBerry device and might be dangerous.
Use the charging accessories provided with the BlackBerry device or any other RIM approved
charging accessories only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. Before
using any power supply, verify that the mains voltage is in accordance with the voltage printed
on the power supply.
Do not overload power outlets, extension cords, or convenience receptacles as this might result
in a risk of fire or electric shock. To reduce the risk of damage to the cord or the plug, pull the
plug rather than the cord when you disconnect the charging accessory from the power outlet
or convenience receptacle.
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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 device. Unplug
charging accessories during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Do not use charging accessories outside or in any area exposed to the elements.
For more information about inserting the lithium-polymer battery and connecting the power
supply, see the documentation that came with the BlackBerry device.
To buy accessories for your BlackBerry device, contact your wireless service provider or visit
www.shopblackberry.com.
Battery safety and disposal
The BlackBerry® device contains a removable lithium-polymer battery. Do not dispose of either
the BlackBerry device or the lithium-polymer battery in a fire. Dispose of the lithium-polymer
battery in accordance with the laws and regulations in your area governing disposal of such cell
types.
The lithium-polymer battery might present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not
disassemble, crush, or puncture the lithium-polymer battery. Do not heat the lithium-polymer
battery above 140°F (60°C). Do not allow metal objects to contact the battery terminals.
Use only the lithium-polymer battery that Research In Motion specifies for use with your
particular BlackBerry device model. RIM specifies lithium-polymer batteries for use in
BlackBerry devices in compliance with IEEE® Std 1725™-200x. Using any other lithium-polymer
battery might invalidate any warranty provided with the BlackBerry device and might present
a risk of fire or explosion.
Children should not handle batteries unless they are supervised by an adult.
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