BlackBerry Smart Card Reader Safety and Product Information Read these safety and operation instructions before using the BlackBerry Smart Card ReaderTM or any accessories provided with the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader. Retain these instructions for future use. In some countries there may be restrictions on using Bluetooth® enabled devices. Check with your local authorities. Electrical safety Charge the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader using only the USB cable provided or accessory specifically approved by Research In Motion® (RIM®) for use with this BlackBerry Smart Card Reader. 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 will invalidate any warranty provided with the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader and might be dangerous. Use the charging accessories provided with the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or any other 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 wall 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 wall outlet or convenience receptacle. 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 Smart Card Reader. 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. See the documentation that came with the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader for more information about inserting the battery and connecting the power supply. Battery safety and disposal The BlackBerry Smart Card Reader contains a removable lithium-ion battery. Do not dispose of either the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or the lithium battery in a fire. Dispose of the lithium battery in accordance with the laws and regulations in your area governing disposal of such cell types. The battery might present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not disassemble, crush, or puncture the battery. Do not heat the battery above 60°C (140°F). Do not allow metal objects to contact the battery terminals. 2 Use only the battery that RIM specifies for use with your particular BlackBerry Smart Card Reader model. Using any other battery will invalidate any warranty provided with the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader and might present a risk of fire or explosion. The battery cover is intended only for occasional use by the OPERATOR for the installation of battery. The BlackBerry Smart Card Reader documentation includes directions for correct removal and reinstallation of the cover. Driving safety Check the laws and regulations regarding the use of wireless BlackBerry Smart Card Readers in the areas where you drive. Always obey them. Do not use the features of the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader while driving. Have a passenger in the vehicle use the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader for you, or find a safe location to stop your vehicle prior to using the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader. Store the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader safely before driving your vehicle. Do not use any charging accessory as a means of storing the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader while you are in a vehicle. If your vehicle is equipped with an air bag, do not place the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or other objects above the air bag, or in the air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly stored or installed, and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result. 3 Radio frequency (RF) signals might affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle. If any equipment has been added to your vehicle, you should also consult the manufacturer of that equipment for information on RF signals. Accessories Use only those accessories approved by RIM. Using any accessories not approved by RIM for use with this particular BlackBerry Smart Card Reader model will invalidate any approval or warranty applicable to the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader and might be dangerous. Antenna care Use only the supplied integral antenna. Unauthorized antenna modifications, or attachments could damage the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader and might violate Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations. Operating and storage temperatures Situate the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or BlackBerry Smart Card Reader accessories away from heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 4 If you are not going to use the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader for more than two weeks, turn the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader power off, remove the battery, and follow the operating and storage temperatures listed below: BlackBerry Smart Card Reader operating BlackBerry Smart Card Reader storage 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C) 50 to 86°F (10 to 30°C) Interference with electronic equipment Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals. However, certain electronic equipment might not be shielded against the RF signals from the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader. Pacemakers: Consult a physician or the manufacturer of your pacemaker if you have any questions regarding the effect of RF signals on your pacemaker. If you have a pacemaker, verify that you are using the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader in accordance with the safety requirements associated with your particular pacemaker, which might include the following requirements: · Always keep the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader more than 7 inches (20 cm) from the pacemaker when the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader is turned on. Do not carry the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader in your breast pocket. · 5 · If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, turn the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader radio off immediately. Hearing aids: Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, consult your service provider or contact the manufacturer of your hearing aid to discuss alternatives. Other medical devices: If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information. Health care facilities: Turn the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader radio off in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy. Aircraft: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and FCC regulations prohibit using the radio of the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader while in the air. Turn the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader radio off before boarding an aircraft. The effect of using the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader radio in an aircraft is unknown. Such use might affect aircraft instrumentation, communication and performance, might disrupt the network, might otherwise be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft, and might be illegal. Use any other BlackBerry Smart Card Reader applications in accordance with airline regulations for electronic devices. 6 Dangerous areas Potentially explosive atmospheres: Turn the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader radio off when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. They include fueling areas such as gasoline or petrol stations; below deck on boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities; vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane); areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders; and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. Blasting areas: To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader radio off when in a "blasting area" or in areas posted: "Turn off two-way radio". Obey all signs and instructions. Service Only qualified service personnel should perform repairs to the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader. Disconnect the power supply cables from the computer or electrical outlet and refer the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or charging accessory for service to qualified service personnel if any of the following situations occur: · the power supply cord, plug, or connector is damaged 7 · · · · · liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or charging accessory the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or charging accessory has been exposed to rain or water the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or charging accessory becomes very hot to the touch the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or charging accessory has been dropped or damaged in any way the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or charging accessory does not operate normally when following the instructions in the user documentation the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or charging accessory exhibits a distinct change in performance · Do not attempt to disassemble the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or any charging accessory. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, adjust only those controls that are covered in the user documentation for the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader. An improper adjustment of other controls might cause damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader, charging accessory, or any other accessory to normal operation. Failure to observe all safety instructions contained in the user documentation for the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader will void the Limited Warranty and might lead to suspension or denial of services to the offender, legal action, or both. 8 Additional safety guidelines Liquids and foreign objects: Never push objects of any kind into the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or BlackBerry Smart Card Reader accessories through openings as this action might short-circuit parts and cause a fire or electric shock. Do not use the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or BlackBerry Smart Card Reader accessories near water (for example, near a bathtub or a sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool). Never spill liquid of any kind on the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or BlackBerry Smart Card Reader accessories. Stability: Do not place the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or BlackBerry Smart Card Reader accessory on any unstable surface. It could fall, thereby potentially causing serious injury to a person and serious damage to the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or BlackBerry Smart Card Reader accessory. Take care when using the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader with any charging accessories to route the power cord in a way that reduces the risk of injury to others, such as by tripping or choking. Cleaning: Do not use liquid, aerosol cleaners, or solvents on or near the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or BlackBerry Smart Card Reader accessories. Clean only with a soft dry cloth. Disconnect any cables from the computer and unplug any charging accessories from the electrical outlet before cleaning either the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader or the charging accessory. 9 Compliance information Exposure to radio frequency signals The BlackBerry Smart Card Reader is a low-power radio transmitter and receiver. When the BlackBerry Smart Card Reader radio is on, it receives and also sends out RF signals. The BlackBerry Smart Card Reader complies with U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Industry Canada (IC), and European Union (EU) guidelines respecting safety levels of RF exposure for wireless BlackBerry Smart Card Reader devices, which in turn are consistent with the following safety standards previously set by Canadian, United States, and international standards bodies: · ANSI/IEEE C95.1, 1999, IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) Report 86, 1986, Biological Effects and Exposure Criteria for Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields Health Canada, Safety Code 6, 1999, Limits of Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields in the Frequency Range from 3 kHz to 300 GHz EN 50360, 2001, Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of mobile phones with the basic restrictions related to human exposure to electromagnetic fiel ...