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Pacemakers, Hearing aids, Other medical devices – Sprint Nextel LA990009-0462 User Manual

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User Guide

Pacemakers

The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a
minimum separation of six inches be maintained between a hand
held 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

your hearing aid provider.

Other Medical Devices

If you use any other personal medical device, consult the

manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately

shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to

assist you in obtaining this information.

Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any

regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals