Safety

recommends that a minimum separation of six inches be maintained between a handheld 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

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from their pacemaker when

 

the phone is turned ON;

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Should not carry the phone in

 

 

a breast pocket;

 

 

 

Should use the ear opposite

 

 

the pacemaker to minimize the

 

 

potential for interference;

 

Should turn the phone OFF

 

 

immediately if there is any

 

 

reason to suspect that

 

 

interference is taking place.

Hearing 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.

Other Medical Devices

If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.

Health Care Facilities

Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals

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