Your GTE 5050T is an example of superior design and craftsman-
ship. The following suggestions will help you care for your tele-
phone so you can enjoy it for years.
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Keep the telephone dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.
Liquids can contain minerals that can corrode the electronic cir-
cuits.
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Handle the telephone carefully. Dropping it can damage circuit
boards and cases and can cause it to work improperly.
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Use and store the telephone only in normal temperature envi-
ronments.
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Temperature extremes can shorten the life of electronic devices
and distort or melt plastic parts.
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Keep the telephone away from dust and dirt, which can cause
premature wear of parts.
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Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type. Never
leave a dead or weak battery in the telephone. It might leak
chemicals that can damage the telephone.
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Wipe the telephone with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it
looking new. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or
strong detergents to clean it.
Modifying or tampering with the telephone's internal components
can cause a malfunction and might invalidate the telephone's war-
ranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it. If the trouble
is harming the telephone lines, the telephone company might ask
you to disconnect the telephone until you have resolved the prob-
lem.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons in-
cluding the following:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners, or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. If necessary,
use a mild soap.
4. Do not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product
may fall, causing serious damage to the product.
6. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indi-
cated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to
your home, consult your dealer or local power company.
7. Do not allow anything to rest on the telephone line cord. Do not locate this
product where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.
8. Never push objects of any kind into this product through the cabinet slots 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 the product.
9. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take
it to a qualified serviceman when some service or repair work is required.
Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other
risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is
subsequently used.
10. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer to qualified service person-
nel under the following conditions:
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 normally by following the operating instruc-
tions. Adjust only those controls, that are covered by the operating instruc-
tions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the prod-
uct to normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
11. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical
storm. There may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning.
12. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the
risk of fire or electrical shock.
13. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
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