REPLACING THE
BATTERY PACK
If you follow the instructions in “Connect- ing and Charging the Battery Pack” on Page 9, the battery pack should last about one year. If the battery pack does not hold a charge for more than 2 hours after an overnight charge, replace it with
anew
Install the new battery pack as de- scribed below, then charge it for about 14 hours.
Note: To avoid losing phone numbers stored in memory, try to install and begin charging the new battery pack within 3 minutes.
1.Press down and slide off the battery pack compartment cover as shown.
2.Unfasten the plastic retainer strap and lift the battery pack out of the compartment, then gently pull on the battery connector to disconnect it.
3.Insert the new battery pack’s con- nector into the socket in the com- partment, place the battery pack into the compartment, and refasten the retainer strap.
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4. Replace the cover.
Cautions:
•You must use a replacement battery pack of the same size and type.
•Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire because it might explode.
•Do not open or mutilate the battery pack.
•Be careful not to short the battery pack by touching it with conducting materials, such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery pack or con- ductor might overheat and burn.
If you have trouble replacing the battery pack, take the phone to your local Ra- dioShack store for assistance.
Important: This product contains a re- chargeable nickel cadmium battery. At the end of the battery pack’s useful life, it must be recycled or disposed of prop- erly. Contact your local, county, or state hazardous waste management authori- ties for information on recycling or dis- posal programs in your area. Some options that might be available are: mu- nicipal