I N S T A L L A T I O N
Before You Install
Choose a location for the answering system near a modular telephone jack and a standard electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch.
Use only the power cord supplied with this product.
If you need a replacement, call 1 800
Input: 120 V, 60 Hz.
Output: 6V AC, 350 mA.
Table/Desk Installation
1Remove the base.
Slide the base sideways as indicated by the REMOVE arrow (see illustration on page 2).
2Install batteries as shown.
3Reinstall the base.
Turn the base so the larger end
is toward the top of the telephone. Insert the base tabs into the slots, then slide sideways in the direction of the INSTALL arrow to lock the base into the phone. Turn the telephone right side up; it should sit flat on your table during use.
Batteries
•You should install four fresh AA alkaline batteries in order to use this system in case of a power failure. The batteries are not necessary for operation other than during a power failure.
•When battery power is low, the LOW BATT light goes on. Replace the batteries promptly, to be able to make and answer calls, and receive and access messages in a power failure.
Battery Installation (optional)
Standard
Electrical
Outlet
4Connect the long line cord to telephone.
Modular
Telephone
Jack
5 Connect the line cord to a modular
wall jack.
6Connect the handset to the telephone.
Plug one end of the coiled cord into the handset jack on the side of the phone.
Plug the other end of the coiled cord into the handset, then hang up.
7Connect the power cord.
The Message Window flashes CL to indicate that you need to set the clock (see “Setting the Clock” in the ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATION section of this manual).
8Check for dial tone.
Lift the handset and listen for a dial tone. If you don’t hear a dial tone, see IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY.
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