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Chapter 22 Safety, Handling, and Support 83
Radio frequency exposure Apple Watch uses radio signals to connect to wireless networks.
For information about radio frequency (RF) energy resulting from radio signals and steps you
can take to minimize exposure, open the Apple Watch app on iPhone, tap My Watch, then tap
General > About > Legal > RF Exposure or visit www.apple.com/legal/rfexposure.
Radio frequency interference Observe signs and notices that prohibit or restrict the use of
electronic devices (for example, in healthcare facilities or blasting areas). Although Apple Watch,
the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable, and the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Case are
designed, tested, and manufactured to comply with regulations governing radio frequency
emissions, such emissions from Apple Watch, the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable, and
the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Case can negatively aect the operation of other electronic
equipment, causing them to malfunction. Unplug the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable and
the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Case and turn o Apple Watch or use Airplane Mode when
use is prohibited, such as while traveling in aircraft, or when asked to do so by authorities.
Medical device interference Apple Watch contains components and radios that emit
electromagnetic elds. Apple Watch, some of the bands, the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging
Cable, and the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Case contain magnets. These electromagnetic
elds and magnets may interfere with pacemakers, debrillators, or other medical devices.
Maintain a safe distance of separation between your medical device and Apple Watch, its bands,
the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable, and the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Case.
Consult your physician and medical device manufacturer for information specic to your medical
device. Stop using Apple Watch, its bands, the Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Cable, and the
Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Case if you suspect they are interfering with your pacemaker,
debrillator, or any other medical device.
Not a medical device Apple Watch, the heart rate sensor, and the included Apple Watch apps
are not medical devices and are intended for tness purposes only. They are not designed
or intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation,
treatment, or prevention of disease.
Medical conditions Before starting or modifying any exercise program using Apple Watch,
consult your physician. Be careful and attentive while exercising. Stop exercising immediately
if you feel pain, or feel faint, dizzy, exhausted, or short of breath. By exercising, you assume all
associated inherent risks including any injury that may result from such activity. If you have any
medical condition that you believe could be aected by Apple Watch (for example, seizures,
blackouts, eyestrain, or headaches), consult with your physician prior to using Apple Watch.
Explosive atmospheres Charging or using Apple Watch in any area with a potentially explosive
atmosphere, such as in areas where the air contains high levels of ammable chemicals,
vapors, or particles (such as grain, dust, or metal powders), may be hazardous. Obey all signs
and instructions.
High-consequence activities Apple Watch is not intended for use where the failure of the
device could lead to death, personal injury, or severe environmental damage.
Choking hazard Some Apple Watch bands may present a choking hazard to small children.
Keep these bands away from small children.