Health and Safety Information119As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment, users are advisedthat for the satisfactory operation of the equipment and for the safetyof personnel, it is recommended that the equipment should only beused in the normal operating position (held to your ear with theantenna pointing over your shoulder).Electronic DevicesMost modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency(RF) signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not beshielded against the RF signals from your wireless phone. Consultthe manufacturer to discuss alternatives.PacemakersPacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum distance of15 cm (6 inches) be maintained between a wireless phone and apacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. Theserecommendations are consistent with the independent research andrecommendations of Wireless Technology Research.Persons with pacemakers:♦should always keep the phone more than 15 cm (6 inches) fromtheir pacemaker when the phone is switched on.♦should not carry the phone in a breast pocket.♦should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize potentialinterference.If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place,switch your phone off immediately.Hearing AidsSome digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids.In the event of such interference, you may wish to consult yourhearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.
