9.4 Medical devices
Ensure that you switch OFF your phone in areas near electronic medical equipment that obviously require the phone
to be switched OFF: (Such as heart pacemakers, hearing aids, etc.). Most medical devices can shield the phone’s RF
signal, but some cannot. If you have any doubts, or need to find out more, please consult your doctor or medical device
manufacturer.
9.5 Pacemakers
Pacemaker manufacturers advise the distance between your phone and heart pacemaker should be 6 inches (15.3 cm) at
least, otherwise the phone could interfere with the pacemaker. People fitted with a pacemaker should note the following:
o Always keep a distance (at least 6 inches) between the phone and the pacemaker, when the phone is switched ON.
o Do not carry the phone in a breast pocket
o Listen to the phone using the ear, which is furthest from the pacemaker
o Please switch OFF your phone if you feel there is interference, and consult the doctor as soon as you can.
9.6 Hearing aids
Mobile phones may cause some interference with some hearing aids. If so, please consult your hearing aid manufacturer.
9.7 ther safety information
o If you do not use your phone for extended periods, please switch it OFF and remove the battery to save energy.
o Do not have the volume excessively loud while using the phone, as this could impair your hearing.
o Repairs should only be undertaken by an approved agent.
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