Medical Devices - Kyocera pdQ2 User Manual

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Medical devices

If your portable wireless phone is too close to a pacemaker,
Pacemakers—
the phone's RF energy may interfere with the pacemaker's operation. The
Health Industry Manufacturers Association and the wireless technology
research community recommend that you follow these guidelines to
minimize the potential for interference.
Always keep the phone at least six inches (15 centimeters) away from
your pacemaker when the phone is turned on.
Do not carry your phone near your heart.
Use the ear opposite the pacemaker.
If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place,
turn off your phone immediately.
Some digital wireless phones may interfere with hearing
Hearing aids—
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—
consult the manufacturer of the device to determine if it is adequately
shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to help
you obtain this information.
In health care facilities—
when instructed. Hospitals and health care facilities may be using
equipment that is sensitive to external RF energy.
Phone safety
If you use any other personal medical device,
Turn your phone off in health care facilities
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