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Safety and Product
Information
BlackBerry Curve 9300/9330 Smartphones
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Contents Important safety precautions........................................................................ 5 Safety information......................................................................................... 9 Electrical safety .............................................................................................. 9 Battery safety and disposal .......................................................................... 12 Device disposal..........................................
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Additional safety guidelines ......................................................................... 21 Compliance information.............................................................................. 25 Exposure to radio frequency signals............................................................. 25 Specific absorption rate data ....................................................................... 27 FCC compliance statement (United States).............................................
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Legal notice .................................................................................................. 45
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Important safety precautions Before you use your BlackBerry device, it is important that you read the compliance information and the guidelines for the safe use of your BlackBerry device that are found in this guide. To find the latest safety and product information, visit www.blackberry.com/docs/smartphones. Use only approved batteries with your BlackBerry device. Use of batteries that have not been approved by Research In Motion might present a risk of fire or explosion, which could cause seri
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worn on your body while the BlackBerry device is transmitting. The long term effects of exceeding RF exposure standards might present a risk of serious harm. For more information about the compliance of your BlackBerry device with the FCC RF emission guidelines, visit www.fcc.gov/oet/ ea/fccid and search for the FCC ID for your BlackBerry device as listed below: • BlackBerry Curve 9300 smartphone (model number RDA71UW): FCC ID L6ARDA70UW • BlackBerry Curve 9300 smartphone (model number RDB71UW):
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Keep your BlackBerry device away from medical devices, including pacemakers and hearing aids, as they might malfunction causing serious harm or death to you or others. Do not put your BlackBerry device in contact with liquids as this might cause a short circuit, a fire, or an electric shock. When you use your BlackBerry device speakerphone, never hold your BlackBerry device to your ear. Serious and permanent hearing damage could occur. Exposure to flashing lights on your BlackBerry device can ca
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Do not dispose of your BlackBerry device in a fire as this might cause an explosion resulting in serious injury, death, or property loss. Turn off your BlackBerry device in aircrafts. Using your BlackBerry device on an aircraft might affect aircraft instrumentation, communication, and performance; might disrupt the network; might otherwise be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft, its crew, and its passengers; and might be illegal. BlackBerry devices are not inherently safe and cannot be us
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Safety information Please read these safety and operation instructions before using the BlackBerry® device or any accessories provided with the device. Retain these instructions for future use. In some countries there may be restrictions on using Bluetooth® enabled and wireless devices with encryption software. Check with your local authorities. Electrical safety Charge your BlackBerry device using only the charging accessories provided by or specifically approved by Research In Motion for use w
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Approved charging accessory models for the BlackBerry Curve 9300 smartphone (model number RDA71UW or RDB71UW) ASY-18080-003 BlackBerry Micro-USB International Charger ASY-18083-001 BlackBerry Micro-USB Vehicle Power Adapter - 12V ASY-18683-001 BlackBerry 1M Micro-USB Cable ASY-18685-001 BlackBerry .3M Micro-USB Cable ASY-24479-002 BlackBerry USB Power Plug (North America) ASY-24479-005 BlackBerry USB Power Plug (China) Approved charging accessory models for the BlackBerry Curve 9330 smartphone A
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Approved charging accessory models for the BlackBerry Curve 9330 smartphone ASY-18685-001 BlackBerry .3M Micro-USB Cable ASY-24479-002 BlackBerry USB Power Plug (North America) Use the charging accessories provided with your BlackBerry device or any other RIM approved charging accessories only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. Before you use any power supply, verify that the mains voltage is in accordance with the voltage printed on the power supply. Connect your Blac
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To buy accessories for your BlackBerry device, contact your wireless service provider or visit www.shopblackberry.com. Battery safety and disposal The BlackBerry device contains a removable lithium-ion battery. Do not dispose of either the BlackBerry device or the lithium-ion battery in a fire. Dispose of the lithium-ion battery in accordance with the laws and regulations in your area governing disposal of such cell types. The lithium-ion battery might present a fire or chemical burn hazard if m
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lithium-ion battery, remove it immediately and insert the lithium-ion battery that RIM specifies for use with your particular BlackBerry device model. Verify that the battery connectors align with the connectors on your BlackBerry device. Device disposal The BlackBerry device should not be placed in household waste bins. Please check local regulations for information about the disposal of electronic products in your area. Safe use guidelines • Do not place heavy objects on the BlackBerry device.
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Driving and walking safely Give your full attention to driving; driving safely is your first responsibility. You are responsible for knowing and obeying the laws and regulations regarding the use of wireless devices in the areas where you drive. Research In Motion recommends that you do not use your BlackBerry device while you drive. Instead, consider having a passenger in the vehicle use your BlackBerry device for you, or find a safe location to stop your vehicle before you use your BlackBerry
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Accessories Use only those accessories approved by Research In Motion. Using any accessories not approved by RIM for use with this particular BlackBerry device model might invalidate any approval or warranty applicable to the device, might result in the non-operation of the device, and might be dangerous. Antenna care Use only the supplied integrated antenna. Unauthorized antenna modifications or attachments could damage the BlackBerry® device and might violate U.S. Federal Communications Commis
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Device storage 50 to 86°F (10 to 30°C) Travel charger operating 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) Travel charger storage -22 to 167°F (-30 to 75°C) Interference with electronic equipment Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency (RF) signals. However, certain electronic equipment might not be shielded against the RF signals from the BlackBerry device. Pacemakers: Consult a physician or the manufacturer of your pacemaker if you have any questions regarding the effect of RF signals o
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• If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, turn off all wireless connections on the BlackBerry device immediately. Stop using your BlackBerry device and consult a physician. Hearing aids: Some digital wireless devices might interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, consult your wireless service provider or contact the manufacturer of your hearing aid to discuss alternatives. Other medical devices: If you use any other personal medical device
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Dangerous areas The BlackBerry device is not an intrinsically safe device and is not suitable for use in hazardous environments, where such devices are required, including without limitation, in presence of gas fumes, explosive dust situations, operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or communication services, air traffic control, and life support or weapons systems. Potentially explosive atmospheres: Turn off all wireless connections on the BlackBerry device when in any area with a
