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Internal and External Dialling
Handset operation
-lift handset, listen for internal dial tone
-dial the required internal or external number (preceded by “0”) for outside line
Handsfree operation
-do not lift your handset
-dial the required internal or external number (preceded by “0”) for outside line
-lift handset when called party answers
NB Your telephone may have restricted dialling facilities, e.g. trunk calls may not be permitted.
Dialling the Switchboard
Handset operation
-lift handset, listen for internal dial tone
-dial 9
Handsfree operation
-do not lift your handset
-dial 9
-lift handset when operator answers
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