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Usage guidelines: all about performance and safety
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Electronic devices
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF
signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be
shielded against RF signals from your wireless phone.
P
ACEMAKERS
The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends
that a minimum separation of six (6”) inches be maintained
between a hand-held wireless phone and a pacemaker to
avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These
recommendations are consistent with the independent
research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology
Research.
Persons with pacemakers:
•
Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six inches
from their pacemaker when the pacemaker is turned on;
•
Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket;
•
Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize
the potential for interference.
•
If you have any reason to suspect that interference is
taking place, turn your phone OFF immediately.
H
EARING
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.) Optional for each phone
manufacturer.
O
THER
MEDICAL
DEVICES
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the
manufacturer of your device to determine if they are
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