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Health and Safety Information 196
Operating Environment
Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always switch your phone off whenever it is
forbidden to use it, or when it may cause interference or danger. When connecting the phone or any accessory to
another device, read its user's guide for detailed safety instructions. Do not connect incompatible products.
As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment, users are advised that for the satisfactory operation of the
equipment and for the safety of personnel, it is recommended that the equipment should only be used in the
normal operating position (held to your ear with the antenna pointing over your shoulder if you are using an
external antenna).
Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency (RF) signals. However, certain electronic
equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless phone. Consult the manufacturer to
discuss alternatives.
Implantable Medical Devices
A minimum separation of six (6) inches should be maintained between a handheld wireless phone and an
implantable medical device, such as a pacemaker or implantable cardioverter defibrillator, to avoid potential
interference with the device.
Persons who have such devices:
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Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six (6) inches from their implantable medical device when the phone is turned ON;
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Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket;
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Should use the ear opposite the implantable medical device to minimize the potential for interference;
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Should turn the phone OFF immediately if there is any reason to suspect that interference is taking place.
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Should read and follow the directions from the manufacturer of your implantable medical device. if you have any questions
about using your wireless phone with such a device, consult your health care provider.
For more information see:
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html
Hearing Aid Compatibility with Mobile Phones
Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may
wish to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.