REPLACING THE
BATTERY PACK
If you follow the instructions in “Connect- ing and Charging the Battery Pack” on Page 10, the battery pack should last about one year. If the battery pack does not hold a charge for more than 2 hours after an overnight charge, replace it with a new
Install the new battery pack as de- scribed below, then charge it for about 24 hours.
Note: To avoid losing redial memory and the security code, begin charging the new battery pack within 2 minutes.
1.Press down and slide off the battery pack compartment cover.
2.Lift the battery pack out of the com- partment, then gently pull on the battery connector to disconnect it.
3.Insert the new battery pack’s con- nector into the socket in the com- partment, place the battery pack into the compartment.
4.Replace the cover.
Cautions:
•You must use a replacement battery pack of the same size and type.
•Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire because it might explode.
•Do not open or mutilate the battery pack.
•Be careful not to short the battery pack by touching the connector’s pins with conducting materials, such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery pack or conductor might overheat and burn.
If you have trouble replacing the battery pack, take the phone to your local Ra- dioShack store for assistance.
Important: This tele- phone can use nickel cadmium rechargeable batteries. At the end of a nickel cadmium bat- tery's useful life, it must be recycled or disposed
of properly. Contact your local, county, or state hazardous waste management authorities for information on recycling or disposal programs in your area or call
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