instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage, and will often require extensive repair work by a qualified technician).

E.If the product has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.

F.If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

12.Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

Additional Battery Safety Precautions

Caution! To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by the battery, read and follow these instructions.

1.Use only the appropriate type and size battery pack specified in the owner’s manual.

2.Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire. The cell may explode.

3.Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Release electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

4.Exercise care in handling the battery in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets and keys.

5.Charge the battery pack provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations.

6.Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery pack and battery charger.

IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL CONSIDERATIONS

Unplug all electrical appliances when you know an electrical storm is approaching. Lighting can pass through your household wiring and damage any device connected to it. This phone is no exception.

Please do not attempt to unplug any appliance during an electrical storm.

Range

Your new phone is designed to achieve the maximum possible range by transmitting and receiving according to the highest specifications. We have rated this phone to operate at a maximum distance with the qualification that the range depends upon the environment in which the telephone is used. Many

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Uniden DS71 manual Important Electrical Considerations, Additional Battery Safety Precautions