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Step 3
(continued)
Battery use time (per charge)
From fully charged
• Seven hours coutinuous use.
• Seven days when the handset is in the standby mode.
When the battery charge becomes low
When the voltage of battery pack in the handset is
very low and needs to be charged, the phone is
programmed to eliminate functions in order to save
power. If the phone is not in use, "
Low Battery
"
flashes and none of the keys will operate. If the phone is in use, "
Low Battery
"
flashes and the handset beeps. Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and
return the handset to the base unit for charging.
Low Battery
Notes
• Even when the battery pack is not being used, it will gradually discharge over a long
period. For optimum performance, be sure to return the handset to the base unit
after a telephone call for charging the battery.
• The built-in memory backup can hold numbers and names stored in the memory for
up to 2 minutes, while you replace the battery pack.
• If you must replace the battery pack during a telephone call, complete the
replacement of the battery pack within 30 seconds, and you may return to the
original call.
• Rechargeable batteries have a memory effect that reduces standby and talk time.
To avoid this memory effect, on a monthly basis, use the phone until the
"
Low Battery
" indication appears. Then, charge the battery for 12-15 hours.
Cleaning the battery contacts
To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean all battery contacts on the handset
and base unit about once a month. Use a pencil eraser or other contact cleaner.
Do not use any liquids or solvents.
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