195Health and Safety Information194Health and Safety InformationElectronic DevicesMost modern electronic equipment is shieldedfrom radio frequency (RF) signals. However,certain electronic equipment may not be shieldedagainst the RF signals from your wireless phone.Consult the manufacturer 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 areconsistent with the independent research andrecommendations of Wireless TechnologyResearch.Persons with pacemakers:• Should always keep the phone more than 15 cm(6 inches) from their pacemaker when thephone is switched on• Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket• Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker tominimise potential interferenceIf you have any reason to suspect thatinterference is taking place, switch your phone offimmediately.Hearing AidsSome digital wireless phones may interfere withsome hearing aids. In the event of suchinterference, you may wish to consult yourhearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.Other Medical DevicesIf you use any other personal medical devices,consult the manufacturer of your device todetermine if it is adequately shielded fromexternal RF energy. Your physician may be ableto assist you in obtaining this information.Switch your phone off in health care facilitieswhen any regulations posted in these areasinstruct you to do so. Hospitals or health carefacilities may be using equipment that could besensitive to external RF energy.VehiclesRF signals may affect improperly installed orinadequately shielded electronic systems inmotor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer orits representative regarding your vehicle.You should also consult the manufacturer of anyequipment that has been added to your vehicle.Posted FacilitiesSwitch off your phone in any facility whereposted notices require you to do so.