Health and Safety
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Do not store your device near magnetic fields
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Your device may malfunction or the battery may discharge from exposure to magnetic
fields.
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Magnetic stripe cards, including credit cards, phone cards, passbooks, and boarding
passes, may be damaged by magnetic fields.
Do not use your device or applications for a while if the device is overheated
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Prolonged exposure of your skin to an overheated device may cause low temperature
burn symptoms, such as red spots and pigmentation.
Use caution when exposed to flashing lights
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While using your device, leave some lights on in the room and do not hold the screen too
close to your eyes.
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Seizures or blackouts can occur when you are exposed to flashing lights while watching
videos or playing Flash-based games for extended periods. If you feel any discomfort,
stop using the device immediately.
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If anyone related to you has experienced seizures or blackouts while using a similar
device, consult a physician before using the device.
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If you feel discomfort, such as a muscle spasm, or disoriented, stop using the device
immediately and consult a physician.
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To prevent eye strain, take frequent breaks while using the device.
Reduce the risk of repetitive motion injuries
When you repetitively perform actions, such as pressing keys, drawing characters on a touch
screen with your fingers, or playing games, you may experience occasional discomfort in your
hands, neck, shoulders, or other parts of your body. When using your device for extended
periods, hold the device with a relaxed grip, press the keys lightly, and take frequent breaks. If
you continue to have discomfort during or after such use, stop using the device and consult a
physician.
Protect your hearing and ears when using a headset
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Excessive exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing damage.
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Exposure to loud sounds while walking may distract your attention and cause an
accident.
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Always turn the volume down before plugging the earphones into an audio source and
use only the minimum volume setting necessary to hear your conversation or music.
