Health and Safety Information 167
Microwaves
Do not try to dry your mobile device in a
microwave oven. Doing so may cause a fire or
explosion.
Dust and dirt
Do not expose your mobile device to dust, dirt,
or sand.
Cleaning solutions
Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents,
or strong detergents to clean the mobile device.
Wipe it with a soft cloth slightly dampened in a
mild soap-and-water solution.
Shock or vibration
Do not drop, knock, or shake the mobile device.
Rough handling can break internal circuit
boards.
Paint
Do not paint the mobile device. Paint can clog
the device’s moving parts or ventilation
openings and prevent proper operation.
Responsible Listening
Caution! Avoid potential hearing loss
.
Damage to hearing occurs when a person is
exposed to loud sounds over time. The risk of
hearing loss increases as sound is played louder
and for longer durations. Prolonged exposure to loud
sounds (including music) is the most common cause
of preventable hearing loss. Some scientific
research suggests that using portable audio
devices, such as portable music players and cell
phones, at high volume settings for long durations
may lead to permanent noise-induced hearing loss.
This includes the use of headphones (including
headsets, earbuds, and Bluetooth
®
or other
wireless devices). Exposure to very loud sound has
also been associated in some studies with tinnitus
(a ringing in the ear), hypersensitivity to sound, and
distorted hearing. Individual susceptibility to
noise-induced hearing loss and potential hearing
problem varies. Additionally, the amount of sound
produced by a portable audio device varies
depending on the nature of the sound, the device
settings, and the headphones that are used. As a
result, there is no single volume setting that is
appropriate for everyone or for every combination of
sound, settings, and equipment.
You should follow some common sense
recommendations when using any portable audio
device:
•
Always turn the volume down before plugging the
earphones into an audio source.
•
Set the volume in a quiet environment and select the
lowest volume at which you can hear adequately.
•
Be aware that you can adapt to higher volume settings
over time, not realizing that the higher volume may be
harmful to your hearing.
•
When using headphones, turn the volume down if you
cannot hear the people speaking near you or if the
person sitting next to you can hear what you are
listening to.
