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Charging the Handset
Place the handset in the base cradle with the display facing forward.
If you have an accessory handset, place it in the charging cradle with the display facing forward.
Make sure that the charge LED illuminates when the handset is seated.
Make sure that the charge LED illuminates when the handset is seated.
What if the charge LED doesn’t light up?
Reseat the handset; make sure the contacts on the bottom of the handset are lined up with the contacts in the cradle.
Check the AC adapter connection.
Make sure you are not using an outlet that s controlled by a wall switch.
Installing the Phone
Charge your handset at least 15 to 20 hours before plugging into the phone line.