74General information
IMPORTANT
This equipment is not designed for making emergency telephone calls when the power fails. Alternative arrangements should be made for access to emergency services.
General
•Only use the power supply included with the product. Using an unauthorised power supply will invalidate your guarantee and may damage the telephone.
•Only use approved AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries.
•Do not open the handset or base. This could expose you to high voltages or other risks. Contact the BT Freestyle Helpline on 0870 240 3962 for all repairs.
•Radio signals transmitted between the handset and base may cause interference to hearing aids.
•It is recommended that advice from a qualified medical expert be sought before using this product in the vicinity of emergency/intensive care medical equipment.
•It is recommended that if you have a pacemaker fitted you check with a medical expert before using this product.
•Your product may interfere with other electrical equipment, eg. TV and radio sets, and computers if placed too close. It is recommended that you place your product at least 1 metre away from such appliances to minimise any risk of interference.
•Never dispose of batteries in a fire. There is a serious risk of explosion and/or the release of highly toxic chemicals.
Cleaning
Simply clean the handset and base with a damp (not wet) cloth, or an
Environmental
•Do not expose to direct sunlight.
•The product may heat up when the batteries are being recharged. This is normal. However, we recommend that you do not place the product on antique/veneered wood to avoid damage.
•Do not stand your product on carpets or other surfaces which generate fibres, or place it in locations preventing the free flow of air over its surfaces.
•Do not submerge any part of your product in water and do not use it in damp conditions, such as bathrooms.
•Do not expose your product to fire, explosive or other hazardous conditions.
•There is a slight chance that your phone could be damaged by an electrical storm. We recommend that you unplug the power adaptor and telephone line cord from the base for the duration of the storm.
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt.helpdesk@vtecheurope.com