Pacemakers, Hearing aids, Other medical devices – Nortel Networks 6120 User Manual
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Pacemakers
The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a mini-
mum separation of 6 inches (15 cm) be maintained between a handheld,
wireless-radio product and a pacemaker. These recommendations are
consistent with the independent research by, and recommendations of,
Wireless Technology Research. Persons with pacemakers should:
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ALWAYS keep the Handset more than 6 inches (15 cm) from their
pacemaker when the Handset is turned ON.
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Not carry the Handset in a breast pocket.
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Use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for
interference.
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Turn the Handset OFF immediately if you have any reason to suspect
that interference is taking place.
Hearing Aids
Some wireless Handsets may interfere with some hearing aids. In the
event of such interference, you may want to consult your hearing-aid man-
ufacturer to discuss alternatives.
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical device, 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.
Use While Driving
Campus installations and warehouse facilities that use vehicles such as
forklifts or golf carts should abide by these guidelines when using WLAN
Handsets:
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Give full attention to driving and to the road, aisle, or path.
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Use hands-free operation, if available.
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Pull off the road, aisle, or path and park before making or answering
a call.
For Vehicles Equipped with an Airbag
Do not place a Handset in the area over the airbag or in the airbag deploy-
ment area. An airbag inflates with great force. If a Handset is placed in the
airbag deployment area and the airbag inflates, the Handset may be pro-
pelled at high speed and cause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle.