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Important: Connections in all conditions cannot be guaranteed. Never rely solely on any wireless phone for essential communications like medical emergencies.
Before making the call:
Switch the phone on.
If the phone screen and keys are locked, unlock them.
Move to a place with adequate signal strength.
Press the end key repeatedly, until the home screen is shown.
Type in the official emergency number for your present location. Emergency call numbers vary by location.
Press the call key.
Give the necessary info as accurately as possible. Do not end the call until given permission to do so.
You may also need to do the following:
Put a SIM card in the phone.
If your phone asks for a PIN code, type in the official emergency number for your present location, and press the call key.
Switch the call restrictions off in your phone, such as call barring, fixed dialling, or closed user group.