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LG Optimus V
User Guide
P/NO : MFL67014001(1.2)
Copyright ©2011 LG Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved.
LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG
Group and its related entities. All other trademarks are the
property of their respective owners.
Bluetooth QDID B016832
Important Health Information and Safety Precautions
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When using this product, the safety precautions below must
be taken to avoid possible legal liabilities and damages.
Retain and follow all product safety and operating instructions.
Observe all warnings in the product operating instructions. To
reduce the risk of bodily injury, electric shock, fire, and damage
to the equipment, observe the following precautions.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
This product is intended for use when supplied with power
from the designated battery or power supply unit.
Other usage may be dangerous and will invalidate any approval
given to this product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR PROPER
GROUNDING INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Connecting to improperly grounded equipment
can result in an electric shock to your device. This product
is equipped with a USB Cable for connecting to a desktop
or notebook computer. Be sure your computer is properly
grounded (earthed) before connecting this product to the
computer. The power supply cord of a desktop or notebook
computer has an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate
outlet which is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR POWER SUPPLY
UNIT
Use the correct external power source
A product should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the electrical ratings label. If you are
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Important Health Information and Safety Precautions
not sure of the type of power source required, consult your
authorized service provider or local power company. For a
product that operates from battery power or other sources,
refer to the operating instructions that are included with the
product.
Handle battery packs carefully
This product contains a Li-ion battery. There is a risk of fire and
burns if the battery pack is handled improperly. Do not attempt
to open or service the battery pack. Do not disassemble, crush,
puncture, short external contacts or circuits, dispose of in fire
or water, or expose a battery pack to temperatures higher than
60°C (140°F).
WARNING: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. To reduce risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble,
crush, puncture, short external contacts, expose to
temperature above 60°C (140°F), or dispose of in fire or
water. Replace only with specified batteries. Recycle or
dispose of used batteries according to the local regulations or
reference guide supplied with your product.
Take extra precautions
Keep the battery or device dry and away from water or any
liquid as it may cause a short circuit.
Keep metal objects away so they don’t come in contact with
the battery or its connectors as it may lead to short circuit
during operation.
The phone should be only connected to products that bear
the USB-IF logo or have completed the USB-IF compliance
program.
Important Health Information and Safety Precautions
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Do not use a battery that appears damaged, deformed, or
discolored, or one that has any rust on its casing, overheats,
or emits a foul odor.
Always keep the battery out of the reach of babies and small
children, to avoid swallowing of the battery. Consult a doctor
immediately if the battery is swallowed.
Only use the battery with a charging system that has been
qualified with the system per this standard, IEEE-Std-1725-
200x. Use of an unqualified battery or charger may present a
risk of fire, explosion, leakage or other hazard.
Replace the battery only with another battery that has been
qualified with the system per this standard, IEEE-Std-1725-
200x. Use of an unqualified battery may present a risk of fire,
explosion, leakage or other hazard.
Avoid dropping the phone or battery. If the phone or battery is
dropped, especially on a hard surface, and the user suspects
damage, take it to a service center for inspection.
If the battery leaks:
Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with skin or
clothing. If contact occurs, flush the affected area immediately
with clean water and seek medical advice.
Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with eyes.
If contact occurs, DO NOT rub;
rinse with clean water immediately and seek medical advice.
Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from
fire as there is a danger of ignition or explosion.
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Important Health Information and Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR DIRECT SUNLIGHT
Keep this product away from excessive moisture and extreme
temperatures. Do not leave the product or its battery inside a
vehicle or in places where the temperature may exceed 60°C
(140°F), such as on a car dashboard, window sill, or behind
glass that is exposed to direct sunlight or strong ultraviolet light
for extended periods of time. This may damage the product,
overheat the battery, or pose a risk to the vehicle.
PREVENTION OF HEARING LOSS
CAUTION: Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones or
headphones are used at high volume for prolonged periods of
time.
SAFETY IN AIRCRAFT
Due to the possible interference caused by this product to an
aircraft’s navigation system and its communications network,
using this device’s phone function on board an airplane is
against the law in most countries. If you want to use this device
when its use is restricted on board an aircraft, remember to
switch to Airplane Mode which turns off RF functions that could
cause interference.
ENVIRONMENT RESTRICTIONS
Do not use this product in gas stations, fuel depots, chemical
plants or where blasting operations are in progress, or in
potentially explosive atmospheres such as fueling areas, fuel
storehouses, below deck on boats, chemical plants, fuel or
chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the air
contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal
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powders. Please be aware that sparks in such areas could
cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even
death.
EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES
When in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere
or where flammable materials exist, the product should be
turned off and the user should obey all signs and instructions.
Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting
in bodily injury or even death. Users are advised not to use
the equipment at refueling points such as service or gas
stations, and are reminded of the need to observe restrictions
on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots, chemical plants,
or where blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a
potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always,
clearly marked. These include fueling areas, below deck on
boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas
where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain,
dust, or metal powders.
ROAD SAFETY
Vehicle drivers in motion are not permitted to use
communication services with handheld devices, except in
the case of emergency. In some countries, using hands-free
devices as an alternative is allowed.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR RF EXPOSURE
Avoid using your phone near metal structures (for example,
the steel frame of a building).
Avoid using your phone near strong electromagnetic sources,
such as microwave ovens, sound speakers, TV and radio.
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Use only original manufacturer-approved accessories, or
accessories that do not contain any metal.
Use of non-original manufacturer-approved accessories may
violate your local RF exposure guidelines and should be
avoided.
INTERFERENCE WITH MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
FUNCTIONS
This product may cause medical equipment to malfunction.
The use of this device is prohibited in most hospitals and
medical clinics.
If you use any personal medical device(s), consult the
manufacturer of your device(s) to determine if the device(s) are
adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician
may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any
regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so.
Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that
could be sensitive to external RF energy.
HEARING AIDS
Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing
aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult
your service provider, or call the customer service line to
discuss alternatives.
NON-IONIZING RADIATION
Your device has an internal antenna. This product should be
operated in its normal-use position to ensure the radiative
performance and safety from interference. As with other
mobile radio transmitting equipment, users are advised that