Nokia 7160 User Manual

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Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 
6 inches (15 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:

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Should always keep the phone more than 6 inches (15 cm) from their 
pacemaker when the phone is switched on;

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Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket;

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Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential 
for interference.

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If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, 
switch off your phone immediately.

Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the 
event of such interference, you may want to consult your service provider.

Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including cellular 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 phone 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.

RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic 
systems in motor vehicles (e.g. electronic fuel injection systems, electronic 
anti-skid (anti-lock) braking systems, electronic speed control systems, air 
bag systems). Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding 
your vehicle. You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment 
that has been added to your vehicle.