devices. It is recommended to people using such devices to:
• Always keep wireless equipment more than 15cm away
from the medical device.
• Never carry wireless equipment in breast pocket.
• Place such equipment at the opposite ear to the
medical device.
• Turn off the wireless equipment if they think it is
interfering with their device.
• Follow the instructions provided by the medical
implant manufacturer.
If you are using a medical implant and have any questions re-
lated to the use of your mobile/wireless equipment, you should
consult your doctor.
5.2 Hearing:
WARNING – using a headset risks not being able to correct-
ly hear outside sounds. Do not use a headset when it could
endanger your safety. Some mobile devices can interfere with
the proper operation of hearing aids.
5.3 Other medical devices:
Radio transmitting equipment including mobile phones may
interfere with the proper operation of insufficiently protected
medical equipment. Consult a doctor or medical equipment
manufacturer to find out whether the equipment is sufficient-
ly protected from external radio wave signals. Turn off your
device where required by regulations, particularly hospitals.
5.4 Health facilities:
Hospitals and health care facilities may be using equipment
which is particularly sensitive to external radio frequency emis-
sions. Turn off the telephone when staff or notices tell you to.
5.5 Blasting sites and marked areas:
Turn off your device in potentially explosive areas. Follow all
official instructions. Sparks in such areas can cause an explo-
sion or a fire, resulting in serious injury or death. Turn off your
equipment in petro/gas stations, especially when near the
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