Radio Shack 43-3557 owner manual Troubleshooting, Problem Solution

TROUBLESHOOTING

If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first

Problem	Solution	Troubleshooting
	• Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the
The CHARGE/IN USE	base and wall outlet.
indicator won’t illuminate	• Make sure the handset is properly seated on the
when the handset is placed	base.
on the base.	• Make sure the charging contacts on the handset
	and base are clean.
	• Make sure that the base antenna is in a vertical
	position.
	• Move the handset and/or base to a different
The audio sounds weak	location away from metal objects or appliances
	and try again.
and/or scratchy.
	• Press CH/DELETE to help eliminate
	background noise.
	• Make sure that you are not too far from the
	base.
	• Check both ends of the base telephone line cord.
	• Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the
Can’t make or receive calls.	base and wall outlet.
	• Disconnect the AC adapter for a few minutes.
	Then reconnect it.
	• Make sure that you are not too far from the base.
	• The battery pack may be weak. Charge the
	battery for 15-20 hours.
The handset doesn’t ring or	• The handset may be too far away from the base
receive a page.	unit.
	• Place the base unit away from appliances or
	metal objects.
	• Keep the handset away from microwave ovens,
	computers, remote control toys, wireless
	microphones, alarm systems, intercoms, room
Severe noise interference.	monitors, fluorescent lights, and electrical
	appliances.
	• Move to another location or turn off the source
	of interference.

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