Installing and Replacing Batteries, Setting the Mode

Installing and Replacing Batteries

The Avaya 16xx/96xx Amplified Speech Handset ships with 2 AAA-size alkaline batteries. When installing and/or replacing batteries follow the instructions below.

1.Verify that you have two new AAA-size batteries and unplug the handset from the cord.

2.Remove the battery cover by using your fingernail, press down on the top of the battery compartment cover and pull out away from handset.

3.Insert the right-side battery, positive end facing down.

4.Insert the left-side battery, positive end facing up.

Note: Diagram printed on bottom of battery compartment shows proper battery placement.

5.Replace battery cover.

Always remove old, weak, or worn-out batteries promptly and safely by unplugging the handset from the cord and then removing the batteries. Recycle or dispose of them in accordance with Local and National Disposal Regulations. Install new batteries as shown in the figures above.

Setting the Mode

Before using the handset, set the slide switch, located inside the battery compartment to the mode you want. The figure below shows the slide switch set to Mode 1 (the ‘Push to Amplify’ mode).