Advanced Functions, Systems and Settings

Replacing the Batteries

NOTE: A warning tone will sound 10 minutes before the battery goes dead.

Cordless Handset Battery

1.Make sure the telephone is OFF (not in Talk mode) before you replace the battery.

2.Remove the battery compartment door.

3.Disconnect the cord attached to the battery pack from the jack inside the battery compartment and remove the battery pack.

4.Insert the new battery pack and connect the plug on the battery pack to the jack inside the compartment.

NOTE: Only use the same type of Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH ) battery that was originally supplied

NOTE: It is important to maintain the polarity (black and red wires) to the jack inside the compartment. To ensure proper battery installation, the connector is keyed and can be

inserted only one way.

5.Close the battery compartment by pushing the door up until it snaps into place.

6.Place the Cordless Handset in the charging cradle.

Battery

Handset

Back Cover

Black Wire

NOTE: Allow the Cordless Handset battery to properly charge (for 12 hours) prior to first use or when you install a new battery pack. If you do not properly charge the phone, battery performance will be compromised.

NOTE: The Cordless Handset may feel warm to the touch after charging.

Handset Memory Retention

When the battery is disconnected, the Cordless Handset has the capability to hold the user memory and Caller ID memory for up to 5 minutes.

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RCA H5450 manual Replacing the Batteries, Cordless Handset Battery, Handset Memory Retention