Uniden EXT1365 owner manual Precautions

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Precautions!

Before you read anything else, please observe the following:

Warning!

Uniden America Corporation DOES NOT represent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage to the unit, DO NOT expose this unit to rain or moisture.

Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Battery Warning

•This equipment contains a rechargeable nickel-cadmium battery.

•Cadmium is a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.

•The rechargeable nickel-cadmium battery contained in this equipment may explode if disposed of in a fire.

•Do not short-circuit the battery.

•Do not charge the rechargeable nickel-cadmium battery used in this equipment in any charger other than the one designed to charge this battery as specified in the owner´s manual. Using

another charger may damage the battery or cause the battery to explode.

Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Batteries

Must Be Recycled or Disposed of Properly

•Uniden voluntarily participates in an RBRC¤ industry program to collect and recycle nickel-cadmium batteries at the end of their useful life, when taken out of service within the United States. The RBRC¤ program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickel-cadmium batteries into the trash or municipal waste stream, which is illegal in some areas.

•Through the RBRC¤ program, Uniden makes it easy for you to drop off the used battery at local retailers of replacement nickel- cadmium batteries. You may also contact your local recycling center for information on where to return the used battery. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on Ni-Cd battery recycling in your area. Uniden’s involvement in this program is part of its commitment to protecting our environment and conserving natural resources.

•RBRC¤ is a registered trademark of the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Important Safety Instructions			1.	Use only the appropriate type and size battery pack specified in
				the owner´s manual.
When using your telephone equipment, these basic safety precautions
			2. Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire. The cell may explode.
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,				Check the nickel-cadmium battery disposal package insert for
and injury to persons:				disposal instructions.
1.	Read and understand all instructions.
			3.	Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Released electrolyte is
2.	Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
				corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be
3.	Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a dry
				toxic if swallowed.
	cloth for cleaning without liquid or aerosol cleaners.
			4.	Exercise care in handling the battery in order not to short the
4.	Do not use this product near water; for example, near a bath tub,
				battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and
	wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near
				keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
	a swimming pool.
			5.	Charge the battery pack provided with or identified for use with
5.	Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The
				this product only in accordance with the instructions and
	telephone may fall, causing serious damage to the unit.
				limitations specified in the owner´s manual provided for this
6.	Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are
				product.
	provided for ventilation. To protect the product from overheating,
			6. Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery pack and
	these openings must not be blocked or covered. This product
				battery charger.
	should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.
				SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
	This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless
			Important Electrical Considerations
	proper ventilation is provided.
7.	This product should be operated only from the type of power
			Unplug all electrical appliances when you know an electrical storm is
	source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the
	type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local		approaching. Lightning can pass through your household wiring and
			damage any device connected to it. This phone is no exception.
	power company.
8.	Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this		Warning!
	product where the cord will be damaged by persons walking on it.		Please do not attempt to unplug any appliance during an electrical
9.	Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result		storm.
	in the risk of fire or electrical shock.		The FCC Wants You To Know
10.Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet
			Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by
	slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out
			Uniden, or operation of this product in any way other than as detailed
	parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill
			by the owner´s manual, could void your authority to operate this
	liquid of any kind on the product.
			product. The equipment cannot be used on public coin phone service
11.To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this			provided by the telephone company. Connection to party line service is
	product. Take it to qualified service personnel when service or		subject to state tariffs. (Contact the state public utility commission,
	repair work is required. Opening or removing covers may expose		public service commission or corporation commission for information.)
	you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can		Range
	cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.
12.Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to			Your new phone is designed to achieve the maximum possible range by
			transmitting and receiving according to the highest specifications set
	qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
			forth by the FCC. We have rated this phone to operate at a maximum
	A. When the power supply cord is damaged or frayed.
			distance with the qualification that the range depends upon the
	B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
			environment in which the telephone is used. Many factors limit range,
	C.	If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
			and it would be impossible to include all the variables in our rating.
	D. If the product does not operate normally when following the		The Maximum Range rating of this phone is meant to be used as a
		operating instructions. (Adjust only those controls that are	means of comparison against other range claims.
		covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment	Telephone Line Problems
		of other controls may result in damage and will often require
		extensive repair work by a qualified technician.)	The FCC has granted the telephone company the right to disconnect
			service in the event that your phone causes problems on the
	E.	If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been
			telephone line. Also, the telephone company may make changes in
		damaged.
			facilities and services which may affect the operation of your unit.
	F.	If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
			However, your telephone company must give adequate notice in
13.Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the
			writing prior to such actions to allow you time for making necessary
	leak.
			arrangements to continue uninterrupted service.
Additional Battery Safety Precautions			If you are having trouble with your telephone service, you must first
			disconnect your phone to determine if it is the cause of your
Caution! To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by the
			problem. If you determine that it is the cause, you must leave it
		battery, read and follow these instructions:	disconnected until the trouble has been corrected.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION