away from the body. When a carry case, belt clip, or holder is used for body-worn operation, it should not contain metal and should position the device theabove-stated distance from your body.To transmit data files or messages, this device requires a quality connection tothe network. In some cases, transmission of data files or messages may bedelayed until such a connection is available. Ensure the above separationdistance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed.Parts of the device are magnetic. Metallic materials may be attracted to thedevice. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near thedevice, because information stored on them may be erased.Medical devicesOperation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones,may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices.Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine ifthey are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if you have anyquestions. Switch off your device in health care facilities when any regulationsposted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilitiesmay be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy.Implanted medical devicesManufacturers of medical devices recommend that a minimum separation of15.3 centimeters (6 inches) should be maintained between a wireless deviceand an implanted medical device, such as a pacemaker or implantedcardioverter defibrillator, to avoid potential interference with the medicaldevice. Persons who have such devices should:• Always keep the wireless device more than 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) fromthe medical device when the wireless device is turned on.• Not carry the wireless device in a breast pocket.• Hold the wireless device to the ear opposite the medical device to minimizethe potential for interference.A d d i t i o n a l s a f e t y i n f o r m a t i o n86