Additional safety information, Medical devices – Nokia 6560 User Manual

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• ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION

Operating environment

Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always switch
off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or
danger. Use the device only in its normal operating positions. To maintain
compliance with radio frequency exposure guidelines only use accessories
approved by Nokia for use with this device. When the device is on and being worn
on the body, always use an approved carrying case.

Medical devices

Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless 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.

PACEMAKERS
Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 6 in.
(15.3 cm) be maintained between a 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. To minimize the potential for interference, persons with pacemakers
should

Always keep the device more than 6 in. (15.3 cm) from their pacemaker when
the device is switched on

Not carry the device in a breast pocket

Hold the device to the ear opposite the pacemaker

If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, switch off your
device immediately.

HEARING AID
Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids. If interference
occurs, consult your service provider.

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