BT Aqua – Edition 3 - 24.04.07 – 8131
8 Getting started
Plug the large mains power cable into the socket marked 
on the underside of the base and plug the other end into the mains power wall socket and switch the power on.
Connecting the handset and charger
If you have purchased a multiple pack, this process will need to be carried out for all handsets and chargers:
1.Plug the small mains power cable into the socket marked 
on the underside of the charger.
2.Insert the 2 x AAA NiMH batteries supplied into the handset. Then slide the compartment cover into place.
3.Place the handset on the charger to charge for at least 24 hours.
When the handset is fully charged the 
icon will indicate that it is fully charged.
4.After 24 hours, plug the telephone line cord from the large base into the telephone wall socket.
Battery low warning
If the 
icon flashes in the external display you will need to recharge the handset before you can use it again.
During charging, the 
icon will scroll in the display.
Battery performance
In ideal conditions, fully charged batteries should give about 10 hours talk time or 100 hours standby time on a single charge.
Note that new batteries do not reach full capacity until they have been in normal use for several days.
To keep your batteries in the best condition, leave the handset off the base for a few hours at a time.
Running the batteries right down at least once a week will help them last as long as possible.
The charge capacity of rechargeable batteries will reduce with time as they wear out, giving the handset less talk/standby time. Eventually they will need to be replaced. New batteries are available from the BT Aqua Helpline on 0870 605 8047.
After charging your handset for the first time, subsequent charging time is about
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 605 8047 or email bt.helpdesk@suncorptech.com
