Introduction
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LNever touch uninsulated telephone
wires or terminals unless the
telephone line has been disconnected
at the network interface.
LUse caution when installing or
modifying telephone lines.
LThe AC adaptor is used as the main
disconnect device. Ensure that the AC
outlet is installed near the product and
is easily accessible.
LThis product is unable to make calls
when:
– the handset batteries need
recharging or have failed.
– there is a power failure.
– the key lock feature is turned on.
Battery
LWe recommend using the batteries
noted on page 5. USE ONLY
rechargeable Ni-MH batteries AAA
(R03) size.
LDo not mix old and new batteries.
LDo not open or mutilate the batteries.
Released electrolyte from the
batteries is corrosive and may cause
burns or injury to the eyes or skin. The
electrolyte may be toxic if swallowed.
LExercise care when handling the
batteries. Do not allow conductive
materials such as rings, bracelets or
keys to touch the batteries, otherwise
a short circuit may cause the batteries
and/or the conductive material to
overheat and cause burns.
LCharge the batteries provided with or
identified for use with this product
only, in accordance with the
instructions and limitations specified
in this manual.
LOnly use a compatible base unit (or
charger) to charge the batteries. Do
not tamper with the base unit (or
charger). Failure to follow these
instructions may cause the batteries
to swell or explode.
General notice
LThis equipment will be inoperable
when mains power fails.
LWhen a failure occurs which results in
the internal parts becoming
accessible, disconnect the power
supply cord immediately and return
this unit to an authorised service
centre.
LDisconnect the telecom connection
before disconnecting the power
connection prior to relocating the
equipment, and reconnect the power
first.
LNo “111” or other calls can be made
from this device during a mains power
failure.
LThis equipment shall not be set to
make automatic calls to the Telecom
“111” Emergency Service.
LTo minimise the possibility of lightning
damage, when you know that a
thunderstorm is coming, we
recommend that you:
– Unplug the telephone line cord from
the phone socket.
– Unplug the AC adaptor from the AC
power outlet.
LThe earpiece on the handset is
magnetised and may retain small
metallic objects.
LThe unit’s answering system only
responds to Distinctive Alert
cadence(s) DA1 and DA3.
LNot all telephones will respond to
incoming ringing when connected to
the extension socket.
LThis equipment may not provide for
the effective hand-over of a call to
another device connected to the same
line.