24 For your safetyWarning If you have a pacemaker, immediately turn offthe radio if you suspect it is interfering with the pacemaker.Warning If you have a pacemaker:■ immediately turn off the radio if you suspect it is inter-fering with the pacemaker■ keep the radio at least 6 inches (15 cm) from thepacemaker while the radio is on■ use the radio on the side opposite to the pacemakerto minimize interference■ never carry the radio in a breast pocket.If there is interference between your hearing aid and theradio, please discuss an alternative solution with thehearing aid manufacturer.Potentially explosive atmospheres andblasting areasWarning Unless the radio is specifically certified for usein a potentially explosive atmosphere, turn off the radiobefore entering such an atmosphere. An explosion couldcause serious injury or death. Examples of potentiallyexplosive atmospheres include filling stations, and anyenvironment where there are flammable liquids, gases, ordusts.Warning Turn off the radio before approaching blastingcaps, a blasting area, or any area where you areinstructed to turn off a two-way radio. Obey all signs andinstructions. Interference with blasting operations couldcause serious injury or death.Radio installation and operation invehiclesWarning Keep the radio away from airbags and airbagdeployment areas. Do not install, charge, or place a radionear such areas. An activated airbag can propel aportable radio with sufficient force to cause serious injuryto vehicle occupants. An airbag may not perform tospecification if obstructed by a radio.
