Chapter 1
Safety First 5
Electronic Devices

Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF

signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be

shielded against the RF signals from your wireless phone.

•Pacemakers: The Health Industry Manufacturers Association
recommends that a minimum separation of 6inches (6”) or 15
centimeters (15 cm) be maintained between a handheld
wireless phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential
interference with the pacemaker. Thes e re commendations are
consistent with independent research and recommendations of
Wireless Technology Research.
Persons with pacemakers:
•Should ALWA YS ke ep t he phone more than six inches from
their pacemaker when the phone is turned ON;
•Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket;
•Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to m in im iz e the
potential for interference;
•If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking
place, turn your phone OFF immediately.
•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 prov ider.
•Other Medical Devices: If you use any other personal
medical device, consult the manufactur er of your device to
determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF
energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining
this information.
Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any
regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so.
Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that
could be sensitive to external RF energy.
•Vehicles: RF signals may affect improperly installed or
inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles.
Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding
your vehicle. You should also consult the manufacturer of any
equipment that has been added to your vehicle.
•Posted Facilities: Turn your phone OFF in any facility where
posted notices so require.