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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 mobile phone.
Pacemakers
Using the phone within 6 inches (20cm) may cause a potential interference with a pacemaker.
Persons with pacemakers:
Should always keep the phone more than 6 inches (15cm) from their pacemaker when the phone is switched
on.
Should not use the phone near around their chests.
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, switch off your phone immediately.
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OTHER FUNCTIONS
Hearing Aids
Some digital mobile phones may interfere with some hearing aids. For more information, contact your service
provider.
Other Medical Devices
Electromagnetic waves generated from the cellular phones may dangerously affect medical devices. Switch off
your phone in health care facilities in accordance with their regulations.
Car
Electromagnetic wave signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in a
car. Check with the manufacturer regarding your car before using your phone.
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Switch off your phone when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and
instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Users are advised to switch off the phone while at a refueling point (service station). Also switch your phone
off when you are below deck on boats; in chemical transfer or storage facilities and in vehicles using liquefied
petroleum gas as the air may contain chemicals or particles such as grain, dust or metal powders.
