Using your phone near other electronic devices – Samsung SGH-A137IBAATT User Manual

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Health and Safety Information 68

Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices

Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio
frequency (RF) signals. However, certain electronic equipment
may not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless
phone. Consult the manufacturer to discuss alternatives.

Implantable Medical Devices

A minimum separation of six (6) inches should be maintained
between a handheld wireless phone and an implantable medical
device, such as a pacemaker or implantable cardioverter
defibrillator, to avoid potential interference with the device.
Persons who have such devices:

Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six (6) inches from their

implantable medical device when the phone is turned ON;

Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket;

Should use the ear opposite the implantable medical device to

minimize the potential for interference;

Should turn the phone OFF immediately if there is any reason to

suspect that interference is taking place.

Should read and follow the directions from the manufacturer of your

implantable medical device. if you have any questions about using
your wireless phone with such a device, consult your health care
provider.

For more information see, http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-
faqs.html

Hearing Aids

Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing
aids. In the event of such interference, you may wish to consult
your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.

Other Medical Devices

If you use any other personal medical devices, consult the
manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately
shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to
assist you in obtaining this information. Switch your phone off 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. 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.

Posted Facilities

Switch your phone off in any facility where posted notices require
you to do so.

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