Panasonic KX-TEA308, Getting Started

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Getting Started 3
Important Safety Instructions
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:
1.
Read and understand all instructions.
2.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3.
Unplug the product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Clean with a damp cloth.
4.
Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
5.
Do not place the product on an unstable surface, as a fall may cause serious internal damage.
6.
Slots and openings in the front, back and bottom of the cabinet are provided for ventilation; to
protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should
never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface while in use.
The product should never be placed near or over a radiator or other heat source. This product
should not be placed in a sealed environment unless proper ventilation is provided.
7.
The product should only be connected to the type of electrical power supply specified on the
product label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer
or local power company.
8.
For safety purposes this unit is equipped with an earthed plug. If you do not have an earthed
outlet, please have one installed. Do not bypass this safety feature by tampering with the plug.
9.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the power cord
may be stepped on or tripped on.
10. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not overload wall outlets and extension cords.
11.
Do not insert objects of any kind into this product through its slots and openings, as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric
shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on or in the product.
12.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. Only qualified personnel
should service this product. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages
or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock.
13.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and have it serviced by qualified service personnel in the
following cases:
a)
When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b)
If liquid has been spilled into the product.
c)
If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d)
If the product does not operate according to the operating instructions. Adjust only the
controls that are explained in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and may require service by a qualified technician to restore
the product to normal operation.
e)
If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f)
If product performance deteriorates.
14.
Avoid using wired telephones during an electrical storm. There is a remote risk of electric shock
from lightning.
15.
Do not use a telephone in the vicinity of a gas leak to report the leak.