18Health and safety informationUsing Your Phone Near OtherElectronic DevicesMost modern electronic equipment is shielded fromradio frequency (RF) signals. However, certainelectronic equipment may not be shielded againstthe RF signals from your wireless phone. Consult themanufacturer to discuss alternatives.PacemakersPacemaker manufacturers recommend that aminimum distance of 15 cm (6 inches) bemaintained between a wireless phone and apacemaker to avoid potential interference with thepacemaker.These recommendations are consistent with theindependent research and recommendations ofWireless Technology Research.Persons with pacemakers:• should always keep the phone more than15 cm(6 inches) from their pacemaker whenthe phone is switched on.• should not carry the phone in a breastpocket.• should use the ear opposite thepacemaker to minimize potentialinterference.If you have any reason to suspect that interference istaking place, switch your phone off immediately.
