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FDA Consumer Update
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Devices
and Radiological Health Consumer Update on Mobile Phones:
1. Do wireless phones pose a health hazard?
The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are
associated with using wireless phones. There is no proof, however, that
wireless phones are absolutely safe. Wireless phones emit low levels of
radiofrequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. They
also emit very low levels of RF when in the standby mode. Whereas high
levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure to low
level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse
health effects. Many studies of low level RF exposures have not found any
biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects
may occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional
research. In some cases, other researchers have had difficulty in reproducing
those studies, or in determining the reasons for inconsistent results.
2. What is the FDA's role concerning the safety of wireless phones?
Under the law, the FDA does not review the safety of radiation-emitting
consumer products such as wireless phones before they can be sold, as it
does with new drugs or medical devices. However, the agency has authority
to take action if wireless phones are shown to emit radiofrequency energy
(RF) at a level that is hazardous to the user. In such a case, the FDA could
require the manufacturers of wireless phones to notify users of the health
hazard and to repair, replace, or recall the phones so that the hazard no
longer exists.
Although the existing scientific data do not justify FDA regulatory actions,
the FDA has urged the wireless phone industry to take a number of steps,
including the following:
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Support needed research into possible biological effects of RF of the
type emitted by wireless phones;
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Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes any RF exposure to the
user that is not necessary for device function; and
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Cooperate in providing users of wireless phones with the best possible
information on possible effects of wireless phone use on human health.
Safety
Safety
General Warnings and Cautions
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Only use the batteries, antennas, and chargers provided by LG. The
warranty will not be applied to products provided by other suppliers.
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Store the battery in a place out of reach of children.
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Using a damaged battery or placing a battery in your mouth may cause
serious injury.
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Do not place items containing magnetic components such as a credit
card, phone card, bank book or subway ticket near your phone. The
magnetism of the phone may damage the data stored in the magnetic
strip.
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Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact with your body during a call.
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Talking on your phone for a long period of time may reduce call quality
due to heat generated during use.
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When the phone is not used for a long period time, store it in a safe
place with the power cord unplugged.
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Using the phone in proximity to receiving equipment (i.e., TV or radio)
may cause interference to the phone.
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Only authorized personnel should service the phone and its accessories.
Faulty installation or service may result in accidents and consequently
invalidate the warranty.
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Do not use the phone if the antenna is damaged. If a damaged
antenna contacts skin, it may cause a slight burn. Please contact an LG
Authorized Service Center to replace the damaged antenna.
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Do not use the phone in areas where its use is prohibited. (For example:
aircraft).
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Do not immerse your phone in water. If this happens, turn it off
immediately and remove the battery. If the phone does not work, take
it to an LG Authorized Service Center.
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The power cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical
known to the State of California to cause (cancer) birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
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