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Safety Guidelines
Pacemakers
The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum
separation of six (6’) inches 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 six inches from their pacemaker
when the phone is turned ON;
]Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket.
]Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for
interference.
]If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, turn your
phone OFF immediately.
Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event
of such interference, you may want to consult AT&T.
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your
device to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy.
Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Health Care Facilities
Turn 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 use
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.