BT Synergy 3500 manual Safety information, General, Cleaning, Environmental

Synergy 3500 user guide ~ 3rd Edition ~ 21st October ’02 ~ 4461

INTRODUCTION

Safety information

General

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 number for the power supply used with the base station is 005391.

The item number for the power supply used with the charger is 003313 (only applicable when you have purchased the Synergy 3500 Twin).

Only use the approved rechargeable batteries supplied. Spare rechargeable batteries are available from the Synergy Helpline 08706 058 047.

Do not open the handset or base station. This could expose you to high voltages or other risks. Contact the Helpline for all repairs.

Radio signals transmitted between the handset and base may cause interference to hearing aids.

It is recommended that advice from a qualified expert be sought before using this product in the vicinity of emergency/intensive care medical equipment.

It is recommended that if you have a pacemaker fitted you check with a medical expert before using this product.

Your product may interfere with other electrical equipment, e.g. TV and radio sets, clock/alarms and computers if placed too close. It is recommended that you place your product at least one metre

away from such appliances to minimise any risk of interference.

Never dispose of the batteries in a fire. There is a serious risk of explosion and/or the release of highly toxic chemicals.

Cleaning

Simply clean the handset and base station with a damp (not wet) cloth, or an anti- static wipe. Never use household polish as this will damage the product. Never use a dry cloth as this may cause a static shock.

Environmental

Do not expose to direct sunlight.

The product may heat up when the batteries are being recharged. This is normal. However, we recommend that you do not place the product on antique/veneered wood to avoid damage.

Do not stand your product on carpets or other surfaces which generate fibres, or place it in locations preventing the free flow of air over its surfaces.

Do not submerge any part of your product in water and do not use it in damp conditions, such as bathrooms.

Do not expose your product to fire, explosive or other hazardous conditions.

There is a slight chance that your phone could be damaged by an electrical storm. We recommend that you unplug the power and telephone line cord for the duration of the storm.

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