Telstra 8100, User Manual

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Buzzing noise on my radio, TV, computer or hearing aid
• Sometimes, your Telstra 8100 and other cordless telephones can
interfere with other electrical equipment if placed too close. Try moving
it at least one metre away from such appliances.
The phone does not appear to be working
• Check that the base is plugged into the mains socket and switched on.
• Check that you are using the correct mains power adaptor.
• Check that the handset has slotted correctly into the base.
• Check that the handset batteries have been correctly fitted.
Interference on my cordless handset
• Move the base unit at least 1 metre away from other electrical
appliances.
• If you have an ADSL internet service ensure correct filters are installed to
prevent interference.
TecHelp line 1300 369 193
Call the 8100 Helpline:
• if you are having difficulties using your Telstra 8100.
• if you need replacement batteries or mains power lead.
10 General information
10.1 Replacing the handset
batteries
After a time, you may find that
the handset batteries are running
out of charge more quickly. This
is a standard sign of wear and
the batteries will need replacing.
Rechargeable 550mAH Nickel
Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries
can be purchased from TecHelp
on 1300 369 193 or your local
electrical retailer. Slide off the
battery compartment cover and
remove existing batteries. Insert
new batteries and replace the
compartment cover.
IMPORTANT
This equipment requires electricity
to work. You will not be able to
make any telephone calls when
the power fails. Alternative
arrangements should be made for
access to emergency services in
times of power failure.
10.2 Safety
• Only use the power supply
included with the product. Using
an unauthorised power supply
will invalidate your guarantee and
may damage the telephone.
• Use only the approved
rechargeable batteries supplied.
Spare rechargeable batteries
can be purchased from TecHelp
on 1300 369 193 or your local
electrical retailer.
• Do not open the handset (except
to replace the handset batteries
or the base). This could expose