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Installing the Batteries in the Handset
• If the rechargeable batteries are not inserted correctly, the handset will not work.
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At the time of shipment, the batteries |
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handset on the base unit. Please charge the batteries for approximately 10 hours before initial use. During charging, the battery icon is as shown above.
Battery Strength
You can check the present battery strength on the display.
Battery strength | Fully charged | Medium | Low | No power | |
Battery icon | Ò | Ú | Û | Û (Flashing) | |
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Recharge
When “Û” flashes or the unit beeps every 15 seconds, recharge the batteries.
Battery Information
After your batteries are fully charged:
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While in use (Talk) | Approx. 20 hours | Approx. 12 hours (based on 800mA per hour) |
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While not in use | Approx. 160 hours | Approx. 100 hours |
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•Battery life may vary depending on usage conditions, such as:
–when viewing the Caller ID Caller List, and
–ambient temperature.
•Clean the handset charge contacts with a soft, dry cloth once a month. Clean more often if the unit is subject to grease, dust or high humidity. Otherwise the batteries may not charge properly.
•To maximise battery life, it is advisable not to place the handset on the base unit until “Û” flashes.
•The batteries cannot be overcharged.
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