Uniden DECT1588 Series manual Power Failures, Low battery alert, Cleaning the charging contacts

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Maintenance

Low battery alert

When the battery pack is very low, the phone is programmed to eliminate functions in order to save power. When Low Battery - Charge Handset appears in the handset display and the phone is in standby, none of the keys will operate. If you are on a call, complete your conversation as quickly as possible, and return the handset to the cradle.

The battery pack needs to be charged when the empty battery icon appears.

Cleaning the charging contacts

To maintain a good charge, clean the charging contacts on the handset once a month. Dampen a cloth with plain water. Gently rub the damp cloth over the charging contacts until all visible dirt is removed. Dry the contacts thoroughly before returning the handset to the cradle.

Caution: Do not use paint thinner, alcohol, or other chemical products.	Contacts
Doing so may discolor the surface of the telephone and damage the finish.

Battery replacement and handling

With average use, your phone’s battery should last approximately one year. To order replacement batteries, please contact Uniden’s Parts Department. The contact information is listed on the back cover page.

Caution:

•Use only battery pack BT-1015.

•Do not remove the batteries from the handset to charge them.

•Never throw the battery into a fire, disassemble, or heat them.

•Do not remove or damage the battery casing.

Power Failures

During a power failure, you can make and receive calls with the base corded handset; however, you will not be able to use the base speakerphone or the cordless handset. See page 30 for available features with the base corded handset during a power failure.

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Contents DECT1588 Series Table of Contents Adjusting the Ringer, Earpiece Speaker Volume Using Your PhoneUsing Caller ID, Call Waiting, and Redial Lists Finding a Lost Handset Using Hold, Conference and TransferTroubleshooting Using the Answering SystemMaintenance PrecautionsAccessibility WelcomeInstalling the Phone Choosing the Best LocationInstalling the Battery RED BlackCharging the Handset Connecting the Base Connecting to the Phone Line InstallingTesting the Connection Changing the dial mode Press MENU/SELECTAdding accessory handsets Registering accessory handsetsExpanding Your Phone Using Multiple Bases Registering the handset to another baseSelecting the base Features Answering system featuresGetting to Know Your New Phone Terminology Used in this Manual Manual ConventionsParts of the Handset New message LEDParts of the Base Answer ON/OFF keyUsing the Interface Reading the DisplayUsing the Four-way Function Key Using the MenusEntering Text from Your Phone Selecting a Language Basic SetupSetting the Day & Time For Canadian models Choose English or Français FrenchActivating Personal Ring Handset only Activating the Key Touch ToneEnter the name for this entry Edit Name Setting Up the PhonebookCreating Phonebook Entries Enter the number for this entry Edit NumberFinding a Phonebook Entry Editing an Existing Phonebook EntryStoring Caller ID or Redial Numbers in the Phonebook Deleting a Single Phonebook EntryDeleting all Phonebook Entries Copying Phonebook Entries to Another StationCustomizing Your Handsets Changing the Handset BannerSelecting a Ring Tone Activating AutoTalk Using Your PhoneDuring a Power Failure Activating Any Key AnswerCall Making and Receiving CallsMaking AnsweringSwitching to the Speakerphone During a Call Making a Call from the PhonebookChain dialing from the phonebook Using Caller ID, Call Waiting, and Redial Lists Using the Caller ID ListMaking a Call from a Caller ID Record Deleting Caller ID Numbers Seven-digit dialingUsing Call Waiting Redialing a NumberDeleting a Redial Record Adjusting the Earpiece Volume Adjusting the Ringer, Earpiece and Speaker VolumeAdjusting the Ringer Volume Adjusting the Speaker VolumeAdjusting the Audio Tone Activating T-Coil ModePlacing a Call on Hold Using Hold, Conference and TransferFinding a Lost Handset ConferencingTransferring a Call Answering a transferred callUsing the Intercom Using Special FeaturesPrivacy Mode Making an intercomTone Dialing Switch Over Muting the MicrophoneAnswering an intercom Using a Voice Mail Service Resetting the voice message waiting indicatorSetting Up the Answering System Recording a Personal GreetingSelecting a Greeting Setting the Number of Rings Selecting the Language for AnnouncementsDeleting Your Personal Greeting Setting the Record Time or Announce only Activating the Message AlertActivating the Base Call Screen Using the Answering System Turning Your Answering System On and OffFrom the base From the handset Command Use it to Remote Operation from the HandsetReviewing Messages Operating the Answering System While You Are Away from Home Screening CallsTurning Off the Message Alert Tone Dialing in to your answering systemIf you want to Press Wall Mounting the Base WallWall Mounting the Base Wall plateBattery Information MaintenanceSpecifications Battery lifeCleaning the charging contacts Power FailuresLow battery alert Battery replacement and handlingTroubleshooting Common IssuesWhen you have this Try Problem Unavailable Speaker during call screening Weak or Hard to Hear Audio Noise or Static on the LineResetting the Handset Installing a telephone line filter or DSL filterResetting the Handset Without the Base Changing the Line Mode for Multiple Extensions Traveling Out of RangeLiquid Damage Handset BasePrecautions Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Battery WarningImportant Safety Instructions FCC Wants You To KnowPrecautions Terminal equipment Radio interferenceCordless telephone privacy Radio equipmentIndex HandsetPIN Remote access away from home Remote Operation CardTaskKey One Year Limited Warranty Visit OUR Website AT