Health and safety information127Electronic devicesMost modern electronic equipment is shieldedfrom radio frequency (RF) signals. However,certain electronic equipment may not beshielded against the RF signals from yourwireless phone. Consult the manufacturer todiscuss alternatives.PacemakersPacemaker manufacturers recommend that aminimum distance of 15 cm (6 inches) bemaintained between a wireless phone and apacemaker to avoid potential interference withthe pacemaker. These recommendations areconsistent with the independent research andrecommendations of Wireless TechnologyResearch. If you have any reason to suspectthat interference is taking place, switch off yourphone immediately.Hearing aidsSome digital wireless phones may interfere withsome hearing aids. In the event of suchinterference, you may wish to consult yourhearing aid manufacturer to discussalternatives.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 able to assist you inobtaining this information.Switch off your phone in health care facilitieswhen regulations posted in these areas instructyou to do so.