Pacemakers
The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation
of 6 inches (15 cm) be maintained between a handheld wireless phone and a pacemaker
to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. Persons with pacemakers:
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Should always keep the unit more than 6 inches (15cm) from their pacemaker
when the it is turned on
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Should not carry the unit in a breast pocket
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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 the phone off
immediately.
Areas.with.explosion.risk
Always turn off the unit when you are in an area where there is a risk of explosion.
Follow all signs and instructions. There is a risk of explosion in places that include
areas where you are normally requested to turn off your car engine. In these areas,
sparks can cause explosion or fire which can lead to personal injury or even death.
Turn off the unit at filling stations, and any other place that has gas pumps and auto
repair facilities.
Follow the restrictions that apply to the use of radio equipment near places where
fuel is stored and sold, chemical factories and places where blasting is in progress.
Areas with risk for explosion are often – but not always – clearly marked. This also
applies to below decks on ships; the transport or storage of chemicals; vehicles that
use liquid fuel (such as propane or butane); areas where the air contains chemicals
or particles, such as grain, dust or metal powder.
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