
How Do I Maintain the Battery?
How Do I Maintain the Battery?
Your modem includes a rechargeable
WARNING:
Fully charged
Charging the Batteries
The battery begins to charge automatically as soon as you attach the modem to the AC electrical outlet. When you first plug in the modem, the POWER LED status indicator illuminates.
Important: It may take as long as 24 hours for the battery to charge fully.
Using the Modem Without a Battery
If you want, you can use the modem without a battery. If you need to remove the battery, follow the procedures found in Removing and Replacing the Battery (on page 38).
Important: If you choose to operate your modem without a battery, you risk losing your telephone service during a power outage.
Replacing the Batteries
Under normal circumstances, the battery should last for several years. The BATTERY LED status indicator turns off to indicate that the battery should be replaced soon. Contact your service provider to obtain replacement batteries and for disposal instructions.
Note: Follow the steps found in Removing and Replacing the Battery (on page 38) to remove and replace the battery.
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