2The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of the operation, usage,service or repair of any Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating EDGEmodem. Manufacturers of the cellular terminal are advised to convey the following safetyinformation to users and operating personnel and to incorporate these guidelines into allmanuals supplied with the product. Failure to comply with these precautions violates safetystandards of design, manufacture and intended use of the product. Panasonic assumes noliability for customer failure to comply with these precautions.When in a hospital or other health care facility, observe the restrictions on the useof mobiles. Switch Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating EDGEmodem off, if instructed to do so by the guidelines posted in sensitive areas. Medi-cal equipment may be sensitive to RF energy.The operation of cardiac pacemakers, other implanted medical equipment andhearing aids can be affected by interference from Personal Computer or HandheldComputer incorporating EDGE modem placed close to the device. If in doubtabout potential danger, contact the physician or the manufacturer of the device toverify that the equipment is properly shielded. Pacemaker patients are advised tokeep their Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating EDGE mo-dem away from the pacemaker, while it is on.Switch off Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating EDGE modembefore boarding an aircraft. Make sure it cannot be switched on inadvertently. Theoperation of wireless appliances in an aircraft is forbidden to prevent interference withcommunications systems. Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspen-sion or denial of cellular services to the offender, legal action, or both.Do not operate Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating EDGEmodem in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Switch off the cellular termi-nal when you are near petrol stations, fuel depots, chemical plants or where blast-ing operations are in progress. Operation of any electrical equipment in poten-tially explosive atmospheres can constitute a safety hazard.Your Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating EDGE modem re-ceives and transmits radio frequency energy while switched on. Remember that inter-ference can occur if it is used close to TV sets, radios, computers or inadequatelyshielded equipment. Follow any special regulations and always switch off PersonalComputer or Handheld Computer incorporating EDGE modem wherever forbidden,or when you suspect that it may cause interference or danger.Road safety comes first! Do not use a Personal Computer or Handheld Computer in-corporating EDGE modem while driving a vehicle. Do not place the computer withEDGE modem in an area where it could cause personal injury to the driver or passen-gers. It is recommended to stow the unit in the boot or secure stowage area whiledriving.Safety PrecautionsPrecautions