Health and Safety Information151♦Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local regulations.Always recycle. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.Operating EnvironmentRemember to follow any special regulations in force in any area andalways switch your phone off whenever it is forbidden to use it, orwhen it may cause interference or danger.When connecting the phone or any accessory to another device, readits user’s guide for detailed safety instructions. Do not connectincompatible products.As 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.