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BT Freestyle 310 – Issue 2 – Edition 01 – 08.01.06 – 7971
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962or email bt.helpdesk@vtecheurope.com
General information
IMPORTANT
This equipment is not designed for making
emergency telephone calls when the power fails.
Alternative arrangements should be made for
access to emergency services.

Replacing the handset batteries

After a time, you may find that the handset batteries
arerunning out of charge more quickly. This is a
standardsign of wear and the batteries will need
replacing.
1. Push the battery compartment cover in the direction
the arrow shows and lift off.
2. Take out the old batteries and replace with 2 new AAA
NiMH batteries.
3. Push the battery compartment cover back on until it
clicks into place.
New batteries should be rechargeable: Nickel Metal
Hydride (NiMH), size AAA, capacity 750mAh.
Sparerechargeable batteries are available from the
BT Freestyle Helpdesk 0870 605 8047.
WARNING
Do not immerse batteries in water or throw them into
afire, or dispose of them with ordinarydomestic
refuse. BT accepts no responsibility for damage
caused to your BT Freestyle 310 by using any other
types of batteries.

Connecting to a switchboard

Switchboard compatibility
This product is intended for use within the UK for
connection to the public telephone network and
compatible switchboards, which support tone dialling
and timed break recall. If in doubt please consult your
network service provider.
Dialling mode
Your BT Freestyle 310 is set to tone dialling. Some
switchboards may require pulse dialling. To change
the dialling mode, see Dial mode on page 43.
Further base settings relating toswitchboard
compatibility can also be found on pages 43 & 44.

Safety

•Only use the power supply included with the product.
Using an unauthorised power supply will invalidate
your guarantee and may damage the telephone.
The item code for the mains power supply is 030648.
If you have purchased a multiple pack the item code
for the charger mains power supply is 030648.
•Use only the approved rechargeable batteries
supplied. Sparerechargeable batteries are available
from the BT Freestyle Helpdesk on 0870 240 3962.
•Do not open the handset (except to replace the
handset batteries) or the base. This could expose you
to high voltages or other risks. Contact the Helpdesk
on 0870 240 3962 for all repairs.