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8. Reference Information
Important Safety Information
Traffic Safety
Do not use a hand-held telephone while driving a vehicle.
If using a hand-held phone park the vehicle before conversing.
Always secure the phone in its holder; do not place the phone
on the passenger seat or where it can break loose in a collision
or sudden stop.
The use of an alert device to operate a vehicle’s lights or horn
on public roads is not permitted.
Remember, road safety always comes first!
Operating Environment
Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area
and always switch off your phone whenever it is forbidden to
use it, or when it may cause interference or danger.
When connecting the phone or any accessory to another de-
vice, read its user’s guide for detailed safety instructions. Do not
connect incompatible products.
As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment, users are
advised that for the satisfactory operation of the equipment and
for the safety of personnel, it is recommended that the equip-
ment should only be used in the normal operating position (held
to your ear with the antenna pointing over your shoulder).
Electronic Devices
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio
frequency (RF) signals. However, certain electronic equipment
may not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless
phone.
Pacemakers
Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum sepa-
ration of 6 inches (20 cm.) be maintained between a handheld
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 6 inches (20 cm)
from their pacemaker when the phone is switched on;
