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the battery electrolyte may occur causing burns or irritation to eyes or skin.
7.
When inserting the batteries into this product, the proper polarity or direction must be observed. Reverse insertion of batteries can
cause charging that may result in leakage or explosion.
8.
Remove the batteries from this product if the product will not be used for a long period of time (several months or more) since
during this time the battery could leak in the product.
9.
Discard
“
dead
”
batteries as soon as possible since
“
dead
”
batteries are more likely to leak in a product.
10.
Do not store this product, or the battery provided with or identified for use with this product, in high-temperature areas. Batteries
that are stored in a freezer or refrigerator for the purpose of extending shelf life should be stabilized at room temperature prior to
use after cold storage.
11.
Disconnect telephone lines before installing batteries.
12.
For the Base Unit: Charge the batteries provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with the instructions
and limitations specified in this manual.
13.
For the Base Unit: Observe proper polarity orientation between the batteries and battery charger.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
2. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
3. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
4. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
FCC NOTICE
The FCC requires that you be advised of certain requirements involving the use of this telephone.
1.
This telephone is Hearing Aid Compatible.
2.
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other
information, the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, provide this
information to your telephone company.
3.
The REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have all of those devices
ring when your number is called. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices should not exceed five (5.0). To be
certain of the number of devices that you may connect to your line, as determined by the REN, you should call your local
telephone company to determine the maximum REN for your calling area.
4.
If your telephone causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. If
possible, they will notify you in advance. But if advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be
advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
5.
Your telephone company may make changes to its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the proper
operation of your equipment. If they do, you will be given advance notice so as to give you an opportunity to maintain
uninterrupted service.
6.
If you experience trouble with the telephone, please contact VTC Service & Manufacturing Co., Inc. at (800) 888- 8990 or write to:
VTC Customer Service, 16988 Gale Ave., City of Industry, CA 91745 for repair/warranty information. The telephone company
may ask you to disconnect this equipment form the network until the problem has been corrected or you are sure that the
equipment is not malfunctioning.
7.
This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company. Connection to party line service is subject to
state tariffs.(Contact your state public utility commission or corporation commission for information).
8.
WARNING:
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy. If not install and used in accordance with the instruction, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will no occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measure:
•
Reorient and relocate the receiving antenna.
•
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver needed.
•
Consult the dealer of an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
9. Some cordless phones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to nearby TVs and VCRs; To minimize or prevent such
interference, the base of the cordless phone should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR. If interference is experienced,
moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference.
