R e f e r e n c e i n f o r m a t i o n95Medical devicesOperation of any radiotransmitting equipment, includingwireless phones, may interferewith the functionality ofinadequately protected medicaldevices. Consult a physician or themanufacturer of the medicaldevice to determine if they areadequately shielded from externalRF energy or if you have anyquestions. Switch off your phonein health care facilities when anyregulations posted in these areasinstruct you to do so. Hospitals orhealth care facilities may be usingequipment that could be sensitiveto external RF energy.PACEMAKERSPacemaker manufacturersrecommend that a minimumseparation of 15.3 cm[6 inches] bemaintained between a wirelessphone and a pacemaker to avoidpotential interference with thepacemaker. Theserecommendations are consistentwith the independent research byand recommendations of WirelessTechnology Research. To minimisethe potential for interference,persons with pacemakers should• Always keep the device morethan 15.3 cm [6 inches] fromtheir pacemaker when thedevice is switched on• Not carry the device in a breastpocket• Hold the device to the earopposite the pacemaker tominimise the potential forinterference.If you have any reason to suspectthat interference is taking place,switch off your deviceimmediately.HEARING AIDSome digital wireless devices mayinterfere with some hearing aids. Ifinterference occurs, consult yourservice provider.VEHICLESRF signals may affect improperlyinstalled or inadequately shieldedelectronic systems in motorvehicles such as electronic fuelinjection systems, electronicantiskid [antilock] brakingsystems, electronic speed controlsystems, air bag systems. For moreinformation, check with themanufacturer or its representativeof your vehicle or any equipmentthat has been added.Only qualified personnel shouldservice the device, or install thedevice in a vehicle. Faultyinstallation or service may be