R e f e r e n c e i n f o r m a t i o n96 Copyright © 2005 Nokia. All rights reserved.18. Additional safety information■ Operating environmentRemember to follow any specialregulations in force in any area andalways switch off your device when itsuse is prohibited or when it may causeinterference or danger. Use the deviceonly in its normal operating positions.This device meets RF exposure guidelineswhen used either in the normal useposition against the ear of whenpositioned at least 7/8 inch (2.2 cm)away from the body. When a carry case,belt clip, or holder is used for body-wornoperation, it should not contain metaland should position the device at least 7/8 inch (2.2 cm) away from your body.In order to transmit data files ormessages, this device requires a qualityconnection to the network. In somecases, transmission of data files ormessages may be delayed until such aconnection is available. Ensure the aboveseparation distance instructions arefollowed until the transmission iscompleted.■ Medical devicesOperation of any radio transmittingequipment, including wireless phones,may interfere with the functionality ofinadequately protected medical devices.Consult a physician or the manufacturerof the medical device to determine if theyare adequately shielded from external RFenergy or if you have any questions.Switch off your device in health carefacilities when any regulations posted inthese areas instruct you to do so.Hospitals or health care facilities may beusing equipment that could be sensitiveto external RF energy.PACEMAKERSPacemaker manufacturers recommendthat a minimum separation of 6 in(15.3 cm) be maintained between awireless phone and a pacemaker to avoidpotential interference with thepacemaker. These recommendations areconsistent with the independent researchby and recommendations of WirelessTechnology Research. To minimise thepotential for interference, persons withpacemakers should• Always keep the device more than6 inches (15.3 cm) from theirpacemaker when the device isswitched on• Not carry the device in a breastpocket• Hold the device to the ear oppositethe pacemaker to minimise thepotential for interference.If you have any reason to suspect thatinterference is taking place, switch offyour device immediately.HEARING AIDsSome digital wireless devices mayinterfere with some hearing aids. Ifinterference occurs, consult your serviceprovider.