Sierra Wireless Compass HSPA, Installation Manual

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6: Regulatory and Safety
Information 6
Important notice
Because of the nature of wireless communications, trans­
mission and reception of data can never be guaranteed. Data
may be delayed, corrupted (that is, have errors), or be totally
lost. Although significant delays or losses of data are rare
when wireless devices such as the Sierra Wireless modem are
used in a normal manner with a well-constructed network, the
Sierra Wireless modem should not be used in situations where
failure to transmit or receive data could result in damage of
any kind to the user or any other party, including but not
limited to personal injury, death, or loss of property. Sierra
Wireless and its affiliates accept no responsibility for damages
of any kind resulting from delays or errors in data transmitted
or received using the Sierra Wireless modem, or for failure of
the Sierra Wireless modem to transmit or receive such data.
Safety and hazards
The Compass USB modem MUST BE POWERED OFF in all
areas that may be susceptible to radio interference, in
particular:
• Prohibited areas
Obey all signs and notices and follow all rules and regula­
tions. Power off the Compass 885 USB modem when
instructed to do so or when you suspect that it may cause
interference or danger.
• In areas where blasting is in progress
• Where explosive atmospheres may be present
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are not
always clearly marked. Such areas include gas stations,
fuel depots, chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas
where blasting is in progress, areas where the air contains
chemicals or particles such as grain, dust, or metal pow­
ders, and any other area where you would normally be
advised to turn off your cellular phone or vehicle engine.
• Near medical or life-support equipment
Medical equipment may be susceptible to any form of
radio interference. In such areas the Compass 885 USB
modem can transmit signals that could interfere with this
equipment.
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