Westermo DR-270 - Manual (Page 4)

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General
Remember to follow any special regulations and warnings in force in any area and never
use the unit whenever it’s forbidden to use it. Do not use the unit when it may cause
interference or danger. A wireless device exposed to interference above specified limits
could result in deteriorated performance.
Hospitals or other Medical environment
Do not use the unit in a medical environment such as health care facilities. Follow any
regulations or rules that instruct you to not use the unit.
Pacemakers
The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation
of six (6”) inches be maintained between cellular wireless equipment and a pacemaker
to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These recommendations are consist-
ent with the independent research by and recommendations of-Wireless Technology
Research.
Persons with pacemakers:
… Should ALWAYS keep the the unit and its antenna more than six inches from their
pacemaker when the unit is turned ON.
… If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, turn your wireless
equipment OFF immediately.
Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless equipment may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of
such interference, you may want to consult your service provider [or call the customer
service line to discuss alternatives.]
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to
determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy.-Your physician may be
able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Turn the wireless equipment OFF in health care facilities when any regulations posted in
these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equip-
ment that could be sensitive to external RF energy.
Aircraft
Do not use the unit in an aircraft. The use of a wireless unit in an aircraft may be danger-
ous to the operation of the aircraft, disrupt the wireless network, and may be illegal.
Failure to observe these instructions may lead to suspension or denial of cellular services
to the offender, legal action, or both.
Vehicle
If the unit is incorrectly installed in a vehicular environment, the operation of the unit
could interfere with the vehicle electronics. Faulty installation and/or operation can con-
stitute a safety hazard.