Other medical devices, Vehicles – Nokia 3586I User Manual

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PACEMAKERS
Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of
at least 15.3 cm (6 in) be maintained between a handheld wireless phone
and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker.
These recommendations are consistent with the independent research
by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research. Persons
with pacemakers:

Should always keep the phone more than 15.3 cm (6 in) from their
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 the potential
for interference.

Switch off the phone immediately if you have any reason to suspect
that interference is taking place.

HEARING AIDS
Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the
event of such interference, you may want to consult your service provider.

Other medical devices

Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including cellular phones,
may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical
devices. Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to
determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if
you have any questions. Switch off your phone in health care facilities
when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals
or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive
to external RF energy.

Vehicles

RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded
electronic systems in motor vehicles (for example, electronic fuel injection
systems, electronic antiskid/antilock braking systems, electronic speed
control systems or air bag systems). Check with the manufacturer or its
representative regarding your vehicle. You should also consult the
manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle.

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