206Using Your Mobile Device Near Other ElectronicDevicesMost modern electronic equipment is shielded from RadioFrequency (RF) signals. However, certain electronicequipment may not be shielded against the RF signals fromyour wireless mobile device. Consult the manufacturer todiscuss alternatives.Implantable Medical DevicesA minimum separation of six (6) inches should be maintainedbetween a handheld wireless mobile device and animplantable medical device, such as a pacemaker orimplantable cardioverter defibrillator, to avoid potentialinterference with the device.Persons who have such devices:• Should ALWAYS keep the mobile device more than six (6) inchesfrom their implantable medical device when the mobile device isturned ON;• Should not carry the mobile device in a breast pocket;• Should use the ear opposite the implantable medical device tominimize the potential for interference;• Should turn the mobile device OFF immediately if there is anyreason to suspect that interference is taking place;• Should read and follow the directions from the manufacturer ofyour implantable medical device. If you have any questions aboutusing your wireless mobile device with an implantable medicaldevice, consult your health care provider.For more information see: http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html#.Other Medical DevicesIf you use any other personal medical devices, consult themanufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequatelyshielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be ableto assist you in obtaining this information. Switch yourmobile device off in health care facilities when anyregulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so.Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipmentthat could be sensitive to external RF energy.VehiclesRF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequatelyshielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. Check withthe manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehiclebefore using your mobile device in a motor vehicle. Youshould also consult the manufacturer of any equipment thathas been added to your vehicle.
