Pacemakers, Persons with pacemakers, Hearing aids – Samsung SCH-A570ZSVXAR User Manual
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Section 14: Health and Safety Information
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Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices
Section 14
from your wireless phone. Consult the manufacturer to 
discuss alternatives.
Pacemakers
Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum 
distance of 15 cm (6 inches) be maintained between a 
wireless phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential 
interference with the pacemaker.
These recommendations are consistent with the 
independent research and recommendations of Wireless 
Technology Research.
Persons with pacemakers:
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should always keep the phone more than 15 cm (6 inches) from
their pacemaker when the phone is switched on.
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should not carry the phone in a breast pocket.
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should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize
potential interference.
If you have any reason to suspect that interference is 
taking place, switch your phone off immediately.
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 
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