User's Manual

Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
Note: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference
(EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed, or otherwise configured for electromagnet-
ic compatibility.
Medical Devices
Pacemakers
The Advanced Medical Technology Association (AdvaMed) recommends that a min-
imum separation of 6 inches (15 centimeters) be maintained between the
AMR RF Transmitter and a pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with
those of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Persons with pacemakers should:
• ALWAYS keep the RF Transmitter more than 6 inches (15 centimeters) from
their pacemaker when the RF Transmitter is enabled.
• Increase the distance from the enabled RF Transmitter immediately if you have
any reason to suspect that interference is taking place.
Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless radios may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of
such interference, you may want to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss
alternatives.
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your
device to determine if it is adequately shielded from RF energy. Your physician may
be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Operational Warnings
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Do not take an enabled RF Transmitter into any area with a poten-
tially explosive atmosphere, unless it is especially qualified for use
in such areas as "Intrinsically Safe" (for example, Factory Mutual,
CSA, UL, or CENELEC).
Sparks in a potentially explosive atmosphere can cause an explo-
sion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. The areas with
potentially explosive atmospheres referred to above include fuel-
ing areas such as below decks on boats, fuel or chemical transfer
or storage facilities, areas where the air contains chemicals or par-
ticles, such as grain, dust or metal powders. Areas with potentially
explosive atmospheres are often but not always posted.
Blasting Caps and Blasting Areas
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, do not take
an enabled RF Transmitter near electrical blasting caps or in a
blasting area. Obey all signs and instructions.
Operational Cautions
Battery
There is a risk of explosion if this battery is replaced with an incor-
rect type. Dispose of used batteries according to instructions.
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