Appendix
26
Environment and Safety
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Environment and Safety
IMPORTANT
This product is not designed for making emergency telephone calls when the power fails.
Alternative arrangements should be made for access to emergency services.
Power requirements
This product requires an electrical supply of 220-240 volts, single-phase alternating current,
excluding IT installations defined in standard EN 60950.
Handset Charger Adapter
Input: 230VAC 50Hz
Output: 6VDC 150mA
Base Unit Adapter
Input: 230VAC 50Hz
Output: 6VDC 300mA
Battery requirements
The handset requires power source of two rechargeable NiMH batteries, size AAA 1.2V 750mAh
(HR10/44).
Telephone connections
The voltage on the network is classified as TNV-3 (Telecommunication Network Voltages, as defined in
the standard EN 60950). Following a power cut, the call in progress as well as the date and time
settings is lost.
Hearing aid
Please note that this telephone works by sending radio signals between the base unit and the
handset. These signals may interfere with some hearing aids, causing a humming noise.
Safety precautions
Do not allow the handset to come into contact with liquids or moisture.
Do not open the handset, base unit or charger. This could expose you to high voltages.
Do not allow the charging contacts or the battery to come into contact with conductive
materials.
There is a slight chance that your product could be damaged by an electrical storm. We
recommend that you unplug the product from the power supply and telephone socket during a
storm.
Do not use the handset in an explosive hazard area such as where there is gas leaking.
It is recommended that this product is not used near intensive care medical equipments or by
persons with pacemakers.
This product can interfere with electrical equipment such as answering machine, television,
radio, and computers if placed too close. We recommend that you position the base unit at
least one meter from such appliances.
Environmental
CAUTION:
Use only the mains adapter supplied with this equipment. Incorrect adapter polarity
or voltage can seriously damage the unit.
CAUTION:
The electrical network is classified as dangerous according to criteria in the
standard EN 60950. The only way to power down this product is by unplugging the power supply
from the electrical outlet. Ensure the electrical outlet is located close to the apparatus and is
always easily accessible.
WARNING:
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. Never use non-
rechargeable batteries. Use recommended type supplied with this product. NiMH batteries must
be disposed of in accordance with the applicable waste disposal regulations.
