Nokia 8270 Nokia 8270 User Guide in English - Page 112

Reference information Failure to observe these instructions may lead to suspension or denial of telephone services to the offender, legal action or both. • EMERGENCY CALLS Important: This phone, like any wireless phone, operates using radio signals, wireless and land line networks as well as user-programmed functions. Because of this, connections in all conditions cannot be guaranteed. Therefore, you should never rely solely upon any wireless phone for essential communications (for example, medical emergencies). Remember, to make or receive any calls the phone must be switched on and in a service area with adequate signal strength. Emergency calls may not be possible on all wireless phone networks or when certain network services and/or phone features are in use. Check with local service providers. Caution: If the battery is almost fully discharged when you connect a charger to your phone, it might be necessary to wait a few minutes before you will be able to make an emergency calls. If you're playing a game, using the calculator, or editing (such as when using the Minibrowser or editing a phone book entry), press to return to the Start screen before you make an emergency call. Make an emergency call 1 If the phone is not on, switch it on. Check for adequate signal strength. 2 Press as many times as needed (for example, to exit a call, to exit a menu) to clear the display and ready the phone for calls. 3 Key in the emergency number for your present location (for example, 911 or other official emergency number). Emergency numbers vary by location. 4 Press . [ 101 ]