Samsung GALAXY TAB GT-P1000 - Manual (Page 74)

Safety precautions 74
Magnetic stripe cards, including credit cards, phone cards, passbooks, and boarding passes,
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may be damaged by magnetic fields.
Do not use carrying cases or accessories with magnetic closures or allow your device to
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come in contact with magnetic fields for extended periods of time.
Do not store your device near or in heaters, microwaves, hot cooking
equipment, or high pressure containers
The battery may leak.
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Your device may overheat and cause a fire.
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Do not drop your device or cause impacts to your device
The screen of your device may be damaged.
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If bent or deformed, your device may be damaged or parts may malfunction.
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Do not use a flash close to the eyes of people or animals
Using a flash close to the eyes may cause temporary loss of vision or damage to the eyes.
Ensure maximum battery and charger life
Avoid charging batteries for more than a week, as overcharging may shorten battery life.
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Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be recharged before use.
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Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use.
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Use batteries only for their intended purposes.
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Use manufacturer-approved batteries, chargers, accessories and supplies
Using generic batteries or chargers may shorten the life of your device or cause the device
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to malfunction.
Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using accessories or supplies that
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are not approved by Samsung.
Do not bite or suck on the device or the battery
Doing so may damage the device or cause explosion.
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If children use the device, make sure that they use the device properly.
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Proper care and use of your mobile device
Keep your device dry
Humidity and all types of liquids may damage device parts or electronic circuits.
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When wet, turn off your device. Dry your device with a towel and take it to a service centre.
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Liquids will change the colour of the label that indicates water damage inside the device.
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Water damage to your device can void your manufacturer’s warranty.
Do not use or store your device in dusty, dirty areas
Dust can cause your device to malfunction.
Do not store your device on slopes
If your device falls, it can be damaged.
Do not store your device in hot or cold areas. Use your device at -20 °C to
45 °C
Your device can explode if left inside a closed vehicle, as the inside temperature can reach
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up to 80 °C.
Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods of time (such as on the
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dashboard of a car).
Store the battery at -20 °C to 45 °C.
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Do not store your device with such metal objects as coins, keys and
necklaces
Your device may become deformed or malfunction.
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If the battery terminals are in contact with metal objects, it may cause a fire.
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Do not store your device near magnetic fields
Your device may malfunction or the battery may discharge from exposure to magnetic
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fields.