Multi-Tech Systems MTCBA-G-UF1 - Manual (Page 37)

Chapter 4 – Safety
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem® GPRS with USB User Guide 37
Chapter 4: Safety
Safety
General Safety
The modem is designed for and intended to be used in
fixed and mobile applications. “Fixed” means that the
device is physically secured at one location and is not
able to be easily moved to another location. “Mobile”
means that the device is designed to be used in other
than fixed locations and generally in such a way that a
separation distance of at least 20 cm (8 inches) is
normally maintained between the transmitter’s antenna
and the body of the user or nearby persons. The
Modem is not designed for or intended to be used in
portable applications (within 20 cm. or 8 in. of the body
of the user) and such uses are strictly prohibited.
It is important to follow any special regulations regarding the use of radio equipment due in particular to
the possibility of radio frequency, RF, interference. Please follow the safety advice given below carefully.
• Power OFF your Wireless MultiModem when in an aircraft. The use of cellular telephones in an
aircraft may endanger the operation of the aircraft, disrupt the cellular network and is illegal.
Failure to observe this instruction may lead to suspension or denial of cellular telephone services
to the offender, or legal action or both.
• Power OFF your Wireless MultiModem when around gasoline or diesel-fuel pumps and before
filling your vehicle with fuel.
• Power OFF your Wireless MultiModem in hospitals and any other place where medical equipment
may be in use.
• Respect restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots, chemical plants or where
blasting operations are in progress.
• There may be a hazard associated with the operation of your Wireless MultiModem close to
inadequately protected personal medical devices such as hearing aids and pacemakers. Consult
the manufacturers of the medical device to determine if it is adequately protected.
• Operation of your Wireless MultiModem close to other electronic equipment may also cause
interference if the equipment is inadequately protected. Observe any warning signs and
manufacturers’ recommendations.
Vehicle Safety
• Respect national regulations on the use of cellular telephones in vehicles. Road safety always
comes first.
• If incorrectly installed in a vehicle, the operation of Wireless MultiModem telephone could interfere
with the correct functioning of vehicle electronics. To avoid such problems, be sure that qualified
personnel have performed the installation. Verification of the protection of vehicle electronics
should be part of the installation.
• The use of an alert device to operate a vehicle’s lights or horn on public roads is not permitted.