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Also, the phone company can make changes to its lines, equipment, operations, or proce- dures that could affect the operation of this telephone. The telephone company notifies you of these changes in advance, so you can take the necessary steps to prevent interrup- tion of your telephone service.

LIGHTNING

Your telephone has built-in protection circuits to reduce the risk of damage from surges in telephone line and power line current. These protection circuits meet or exceed the FCC requirements. However, lightning striking the telephone or power lines can damage your telephone.

Lightning damage is not common. Neverthe- less, if you live in an area that has severe electrical storms, we suggest that you unplug your phone when storms approach to reduce the possibility of damage.

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

When using your telephone equipment, ba- sic safety precautions should always be fol- lowed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury, including the following:

1.Read and understand all instructions.

2.Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

3.Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

4.Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

5.Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the net- work interface.

6.Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

7.Do not affix the AC power supply cord to building surfaces with metal fittings.

8.Unplug the telephone from the wall out- let before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

9.Do not use the telephone near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

10.Do not place the telephone on an unsta- ble cart, stand, or table. The telephone may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

11.Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ven- tilation. To protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This telephone should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This telephone should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventila- tion is provided.

12.This telephone should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your local power com- pany.

13.Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate the telephone where the cord will be stepped on.

14.Do not overload wall outlets and exten- sion cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

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Radio Shack 4-Line Telephone System with Speakerphone and Caller ID owner manual Lightning, Important Safety Instructions