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Parts of the device are magnetic. Metallic materials may be
attracted to the device. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic
storage media near the device, because information stored on
them may be erased.
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Medical devices
Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless
phones, may interfere with the functionality of inadequately
protected medical devices. Consult a physician or the manufacturer
of the medical device to determine if they are adequately shielded
from external RF energy or if you have any questions. Switch off
your device in health care facilities when any regulations posted
in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care
facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to
external RF energy.
Pacemakers
Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation
of 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) be maintained between a 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:
