VTech IA5879 manual Important safety instructions

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Important safety instructions

When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following:

1.Read and understand all instructions..

2.Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product..

3.Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.. Use a damp cloth for cleaning..

4.Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink or swimming pool)..

5.Do not place this product on an unstable surface, such as a table, shelf or stand.. The product may fall, causing serious damage..

6.Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the base unit and handset are provided for ventilation.. To protect them from overheating, these openings must not be blocked by placing the product on a soft surface such as a bed, sofa or rug.. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.. This product should not be placed in any area where proper ventilation is not provided..

7.This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.. If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your home, consult your dealer or local power company..

8.Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord.. Do not install this product where the cord may have anyone walking on it..

9.Never push objects of any kind into this product through slots in the base or handset as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

Never spill liquid of any kind on the product..

10.To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take it to an authorized service facility. Opening or removing parts of the base or handset other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks.. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the product is subsequently used..

11.Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.

12.Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service facility under the following conditions:

A.When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed..

B.If liquid has been spilled onto the product..

C.If the product has been exposed to rain or water..

D.If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often requires extensive work by an authorized technician to restore the product to normal operation..

E.If the product has been dropped and the base and/or handset has been damaged..

F.If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance..

13.Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm.. There is a remote risk of electric shock from lightning..

14.Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak..

15.Only put the handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in normal talk..

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Contents Table of contents Battery care and performance Replace handset battery Additional informationNeed HELP? VTech toll free 1-800-595-9511 In Canada dialBefore you begin Parts check listChoose a location InstallationInstall handset battery Data port Power connectionTelephone line connection Desk bracketCharge the handset battery Press SEL/INT to saveBase ringer Handset ringer/battery saveSet handset date and time If you subscribe to DSL service Belt clip optionalTelephone operation Handset operationBase operation ContrastThree way conference call Four way conference callTemporary tone dialing Message waitingPeriodically pressing LINE1 or LINE2 Headset jackOperating range Display screen messages Speed dial Store a speed dial entryEdit a speed dial entry Reassigning locations in speed dial Delete a speed dial entryCalling from speed dial Edit a directory entry in the handset DirectoryStore a directory entry in the handset Delete a directory entry in the handset Will be displayed with this entry Store a speed dial entry in the directory from the handsetDial a directory entry from the handset Store a redial number in the directory at the base Directory memory capacity at the baseStore a number in the directory at the base Dial from the directory at the baseDelete a directory entry at the base Replace a directory entry at the baseCaller ID About caller ID Review call historyStore a call history number in the directory Delete a record from call historyDial a number from call history Your phone company is unable to receive information Other party is blocking name and/or numberInformation About this caller’s name and/or numberBattery needs charging when Battery care and performanceReplace the handset battery BatteriesAllow up to one minute for the handset and base to reset TroubleshootingHandset to its base when not in use ManualNoise Computers, kitchen appliances and other cordless phones Hold a charge Handset to its base when not in useS p l a y s o n m y Batteries will not’m near the base Installed in a low areaGet noise, static, or Outlet or near the microwaveKitchen appliances and other cordless phones Try unplugging some of the other phonesTo another location, preferably to a higher floor Near the microwave A low area My Caller ID isn’t For this to take placeMaintenance WarrantyAdditional Important safety instructions FCC, Acta and IC regulations FCC Part 68 and ActaRbrc seal Technical specifications Index Index 91-000570-010-000 User’s Manual
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