other EMI sources that may affect cardiac monitor operation, consult
with your doctor. You may need to avoid using, or working near, the
following types of industrial equipment:
• Electric furnaces used in the manufacturing of steel
• Induction heating equipment and induction furnaces, such as kilns
• Industrial magnets or large magnets, such as those used in surface
grinding and electromagnetic cranes
• Dielectric heaters used in industry to heat plastic and dry glue in
furniture manufacturing
• Electric arc and resistance welding equipment
• Broadcasting antennas of AM, FM, shortwave radio, and TV stations
• Microwave transmitters. Note that microwave ovens are unlikely to
affect cardiac monitors.
• Power plants, large generators, and transmission lines. Note that
lower voltage distribution lines for homes and businesses are
unlikely to affect cardiac monitors.
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