VTech MI6889 user manual Batteries, Replace the handset battery

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Batteries

Battery care and performance

After the battery is fully charged, you can expect the following performance:

Operation

Operating time

 

 

While in use (talking)

up to 7.5 hours

 

 

While not in use (standby*)

up to 3.5 days

 

 

*Handset is off the telephone base or charger but not in use.

• The battery needs charging when:

A new battery is installed in the handset.

The phone beeps twice every five seconds.

The screen displays LOW BATTERY and the low battery icon.

Place the handset in the telephone base so the CHARGE light turns on. The battery is usually fully charged in about 16 hours.

You can keep the battery fully charged by returning the handset to the telephone base after each use.

Replace the handset battery

1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the handset by pressing on the indentation and sliding the cover downward.

2.Lift out the old battery and disconnect.

3.Align the two holes in the new battery’s plug with the socket pins, and snap

the plug into place. Snap the battery in the compartment, as described in Installation, on page 7.

4. Replace the cover by sliding it up into place.

5. The new battery must be fully charged before installing it into the phone. Place

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the handset in the telephone base and allow it to charge for at least 16 hours the

 

first charge. The telephone might operate before that, but for best performance,

 

let the battery charge fully.

 

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If you repeatedly get a low battery indicator, even after charging overnight, the battery should be replaced.

To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons or damage to the telephone, read and follow these instructions carefully: Charge the battery provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in the user’s manual.

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Contents User’s manual Table of contents Table of contents Congratulations Important safety instructionsGetting started Parts checklist for mi6885Parts checklist for mi6889 Install handset battery InstallationChoose a location Connect to phone line Connect power to telephone base/handset chargersCheck for dial tone Check battery indicatorBelt clip optional If you subscribe to DSL service optionalWall mounting optional Register a handset RegistrationDe-register all handsets Handset layout Telephone base layout Telephone base display Telephone settingsHandset icons Handset lightsHandset main menu Ringer Volume Handset operation Intercom MuteCall transfer Call forwardHS1 shows Calling Handset 2 HS2 Find handset Conference callVoice mail Store a new entry DirectoryKey Characters by numberEdit a directory entry Review and dial entriesDelete a directory entry Caller ID call waiting ID Caller IDStore caller ID in your directory Review caller IDAlready Saved Delete a caller ID record Dial from caller IDDelete all caller ID entries To set day and time Answering systemTurn your answering system on and off Day and time announcementsTo check day and time System announces Description Menu featuresOutgoing announcement Record outgoing announcementPress PLAY/STOP Listen to outgoing announcementDelete outgoing announcement Message playbackRecord and play memos AnnouncementsOptions during playback Delete all messagesCall screening Remote accessRecord a memo Play back a memoRemote answering system operation Set the remote access codePurpose Press Action Message alert Announces Record after the tone. Press Stop when youTurn the announcement only mode on or off Announcement only modeCustomize the announcement only message Number of rings Base ringerDisplay Explanation Message window displayOperating range Headset jackBatteries Replace the handset batteryProblem Suggestion TroubleshootingAdditional information TRY Again displays Unable to CallGet noise, static Base to another location, preferably on an upper floor Outlet or near the microwave oven Troubleshooting Charger again Warranty MaintenanceHow do you get warranty service? Important safety instructions FCC Part 68 and Acta FCC, Acta and IC regulationsIndustry Canada Rbrc sealTechnical specifications Index To check day and time  Member of the Vtech Group of Companies