Freedom Guardian Resources

Important safety information

WARNING:
Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, injury, or damage to Freedom Guardian or other property. Read all the safety information below before using Freedom Guardian.

Handling
Handle Freedom Guardian with care. Freedom Guardian contains sensitive electronic components and can be damaged if dropped, burned, punctured, or crushed. Freedom Guardian may chip or crack if dropped or subjected to forceful impact. Don’t use a damaged Freedom Guardian, such as one with a cracked screen or case, visible water intrusion, or a damaged band, as it may cause injury. Avoid heavy exposure to water, dust, or sand.

Repairing
Don’t open Freedom Guardian and don’t attempt to repair Freedom Guardian yourself. Disassembling Freedom Guardian may damage it, result in loss of water resistance, and may cause injury to you. If Freedom Guardian is damaged or malfunctions, please contact Medical Guardian’s Customer Care team at 1-800-313-1191.

Battery
Don’t attempt to replace the Freedom Guardian battery yourself—you may damage the battery, which could cause overheating and injury. The lithium-ion battery in Freedom Guardian should be serviced only by Medical Guardian. You may receive a replacement Freedom Guardian (in place of your original device) when ordering battery service. Batteries must be recycled or disposed of separately from household waste. Don’t incinerate the battery.

Distraction
Using Freedom Guardian in some circumstances can distract you and may cause a dangerous situation (for example, avoid reading a text message while driving a car). Observe rules that prohibit or restrict the use of mobile devices.

Location Services
Freedom Guardian’s locator and location-based apps depend on data services. These data services are subject to change and may not be available in all areas, resulting in location-based information that may be unavailable, inaccurate, or incomplete. Some features require Location Services for use. Compare the information provided on Freedom Guardian to your surroundings and defer to posted signs to resolve any discrepancies. Do not use these services while performing

activities that require your full attention. Always comply with posted signs and the laws and regulations in the areas where you are using Freedom Guardian, and always use common sense.

Charging
To charge Freedom Guardian, use the Freedom Guardian Magnetic Charging Cable and power adapter. It’s important to keep Freedom Guardian, the Freedom Guardian Magnetic Charging Cable, and the power adapter in a well-ventilated area when charging. Using a Freedom Guardian Magnetic Charging or charging Freedom Guardian when moisture is present, can cause fire, electric shock, injury, or damage to Freedom Guardian or other property. Be sure Freedom Guardian and the Freedom Guardian

Magnetic Charging Cable are dry before charging. When you use the Freedom Guardian Magnetic Charging Cable to charge Freedom Guardian, make sure that the USB plug is fully inserted into the adapter before you plug the adapter into a power outlet. Don’t wear Freedom Guardian while it is charging.

Prolonged heat exposure
Freedom Guardian and the Freedom Guardian Magnetic Charging Cable comply with applicable surface temperature standards and limits. However, even within these limits, sustained contact with warm surfaces for long periods of time may cause discomfort or injury. Freedom Guardian and the Freedom Guardian Magnetic Charging Cable may become warm when plugged in to a power source. Use of cellular on Freedom Guardian, especially when searching for network connectivity, may make the device feel warm. Use common sense to avoid situations where your skin is in contact with Freedom Guardian or the Freedom Guardian Magnetic Charging Cable for long periods of time when they’re plugged in. For example, while Freedom Guardian is charging or while the Freedom Guardian Magnetic Charging Cable is plugged in to a power source, don’t sleep on them or place them under a blanket, pillow, or your body. Take special care if you have a physical condition that affects your ability to detect heat against the body. Remove Freedom Guardian if it becomes uncomfortably warm.

Radio frequency exposure
Freedom Guardian uses radio signals to connect to wireless networks. For information about radio frequency (RF) energy resulting from radio signals and steps you can take to minimize exposure, visit www.medicalguardian.com/legal/rfexposure

Radio frequency interference
Observe signs and notices that prohibit or restrict the use of electronic devices (for example, in healthcare facilities or blasting areas). Although Freedom Guardian and the Freedom Guardian Magnetic Charging Cable designed, tested, and manufactured to comply with regulations governing radio frequency emissions, such emissions from Freedom Guardian and the Freedom Guardian Magnetic Charging Cable can negatively affect the operation of other electronic equipment, causing them to malfunction. Unplug the Freedom Guardian Magnetic Charging Cable and turn off Freedom Guardian when use is prohibited, such as while traveling in aircraft, or when asked to do so by authorities.

Medical device interference
Freedom Guardian contains components and radios that emit electromagnetic fields. Both Freedom Guardian and the Freedom Guardian Magnetic Charging Cable contain magnets. These electromagnetic fields and magnets may interfere with pacemakers, defibrillators, or other medical devices. Maintain a safe distance of separation between your medical device and Freedom Guardian and the Freedom Guardian Magnetic Charging Cable. Consult your physician and medical device manufacturer for information specific to your medical device. Stop using Freedom Guardian and the Freedom Guardian Magnetic Charging Cable if you suspect they are interfering with your pacemaker, defibrillator, or any other medical device.

Not a medical device
Freedom Guardian and the included Freedom Guardian apps are not medical devices. They are not designed or intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease.

Explosive atmospheres
Charging or using Freedom Guardian in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, such as in areas where the air contains high levels of flammable chemicals, vapors, or particles (such as grain, dust, or metal powders), may be hazardous. Obey all signs and instructions.

High-consequence activities
Freedom Guardian is not intended for use where the failure of the device could lead to death, personal injury, or severe environmental damage.

Choking hazard
Some parts of Freedom Guardian bands may present a choking hazard to small children. Keep Freedom Guardian away from small children.

Skin sensitivities
Some people may experience reactions to certain materials used in jewelry, watches, and other wearable items that are in prolonged contact with their skin. This can be due to allergies, environmental factors, extended exposure to irritants like soap, sweat, or other causes. You may be more likely to experience irritation from any wearable device if you have allergies or other sensitivities. If you have known skin sensitivities, please take special care when wearing Freedom Guardian. You may be more likely to experience irritation from Freedom Guardian if you wear it too tightly. Remove Freedom Guardian periodically to allow your skin to breathe. Keeping Freedom Guardian and the band clean and dry will reduce the possibility of skin irritation. If you experience redness, swelling, itchiness, or any other irritation or discomfort on your skin around, or beneath, your Freedom Guardian, please remove Freedom Guardian and consult your physician before resuming wear. Continued use, even after symptoms subside, may result in renewed or increased irritation.

Important handling information

Exposure to liquid
Freedom Guardian is splash resistant but not waterproof. You may, for example, wear and use Freedom Guardian during exercise (exposure to sweat is OK), in the rain, and while washing your hands. If water splashes onto the watch, wipe it off with a nonabrasive, lint-free cloth. Try to minimize exposing Freedom Guardian to perfume, soap, solvents, detergent, acids or acidic foods, soapy water, insect repellent, lotions, sunscreen, oil, or hair dye. Follow the instructions below in the “Cleaning and care” section if Freedom Guardian comes into contact with them.

Freedom Guardian has a water resistance rating of IPX7 under IEC standard 60529. Freedom Guardian is splash and water resistant, but submerging Freedom Guardian is not recommended.

Water and splash resistance is not a permanent condition and may diminish over time. Freedom Guardian cannot be rechecked or resealed for water resistance. The following may affect the water resistance of Freedom Guardian in particular and should be avoided:

• Dropping Freedom Guardian or subjecting it to other impacts.
• Exposing Freedom Guardian to soap or soapy water, for example while showering or bathing.
• Exposing Freedom Guardian to perfume, solvents, detergent, acids or acidic foods, insect repellent, lotions, sunscreen, oil, or hair dye.
• Exposing Freedom Guardian to high velocity water, for example while water skiing.
• Wearing Freedom Guardian in the sauna or steam room.

Cleaning and care
Keep Freedom Guardian clean and dry. Clean and dry Freedom Guardian, the band, and your skin after workouts or heavy sweating. Dry Freedom Guardian and the band thoroughly if they are exposed to fresh water. Clean Freedom Guardian if it comes in contact with anything that may cause stains or other damage, such as dirt or sand, makeup, ink, soap, detergent, acids or acidic foods, or comes in contact with liquids other than fresh water, including those that may lead to skin irritation such as sweat, salt water, soapy water, pool water, perfume, insect repellent, lotions, sunscreen, oil, adhesive remover, hair dye, or solvents. The Freedom Guardian and band colors may vary or fade over time.

How to clean Freedom Guardian:

• Turn off Freedom Guardian.
• Wipe Freedom Guardian clean with a nonabrasive, lint-free cloth. If necessary, you can also lightly dampen the cloth with fresh water and use a very small amount of soap.
• Dry Freedom Guardian with a nonabrasive, lint-free cloth.

To help avoid damaging Freedom Guardian, observe the following:

• Don’t clean Freedom Guardian while it’s charging.
• Don’t dry Freedom Guardian or the bands using any external heat source (for example, a hair dryer).
• Don’t use cleaning products, ultrasonic cleaners, or compressed air when cleaning your Freedom Guardian.

Magnets
Keep key cards and credit cards away from Freedom Guardian, the bands, and the Freedom Guardian Magnetic Charging Cable.

FCC regulatory statement for Freedom Guardian and Freedom Guardian Magnetic Charging Cable

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Important: Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by Medical Guardian could void the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and wireless compliance and negate your authority to operate the product.

This product has demonstrated EMC compliance under conditions that included the use of compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components. It is important that you use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components to reduce the possibility of causing interference to radios, televisions, and other electronic devices.

Responsible party (contact for FCC matters only):

Medical Guardian, LLC
1818 Market Street, Suite 1200
Philadelphia, PA 19103

Freedom Guardian RF Exposure Information

Freedom Guardian has been tested and meets applicable limits for radio frequency (RF) exposure.

Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) refers to the rate at which the body absorbs RF energy. SAR limits depend on whether Freedom Guardian is used against the head or on the wrist. In some countries, the SAR limit is 1.6 watts per kilogram averaged over 1 gram of tissue for use against the head and 4.0 watts per kilogram averaged over 10 grams of tissue for use on the wrist. In other countries, the SAR limit is 2.0 watts per kilogram averaged over 10 grams of tissue for use against the head and 4.0 watts per kilogram averaged over 10 grams of tissue for use on the wrist.

During testing, Freedom Guardian radios are set to their highest transmission levels and placed in positions that simulate use against the head, with 10mm separation, and on the wrist, with no separation. When placing Freedom Guardian near your face, keep at least 10mm of separation to ensure exposure levels remain at or below the as-tested levels.

Although this device has been tested to determine SAR in each band of operation, not all bands are available in all areas. Bands are dependent on your service provider’s wireless networks.

The highest SAR values are as follows:

• 1.6 W/kg (over 1 g) SAR Limit
  Head: 0.114
• 14.0 W/kg (over 10 g) SAR Limit
  Wrist: 0.152