Important
This equipment is not designed for making
emergency telephone calls when the power
fails. Alternative arrangements should be
made for access to emergency services.
This product is intended for connection to
analogue public switched telephone
networks and private PABX’s in Australia.
Safety
General
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 are
available from your nearest electrical retailer
or from Information on 1300 302 699.
Do not open the handset (except to replace
the handset batteries) or the base. This could
expose you to high voltages or other risks.
Contact the Information for all repairs.
Radio signal transmitted between the
handset and base may cause interference to
hearing aids.
It is recommended that advice from a
qualified expert be sought before using this
product in the vicinity of emergency/intensive
care medical equipment.
It is recommended that if you have a
pacemaker fitted you check with a medical
expert before using this product.
Your product may interfere with other
electrical equipment, e.g. TV and radio sets,
clock/alarms and computers if placed too
close. It is recommended that you place your
product at least one metre away from such
appliances to minimise any risk of
interference.
Never dispose of batteries in a fire. There is a
serious risk of explosion and /or the release of
highly toxic chemicals.
Cleaning
Simply clean the handset and base with a
damp (not wet) cloth, or an anti-static wipe.
Never use household polish, as this will
damage the product. Never use a dry cloth as
this may cause a static shock.
Environmental
Do not expose to direct sunlight.
The produce may heat up when the batteries
are being recharged or during prolonged
periods of use. This is normal, however, we
recommend that to avoid damage you do not
place the product on antique / veneered
wood.
Do not stand your product on carpets or other
surfaces, which generate fibres, or place it in
locations preventing the free flow or air over
its surface.
Do not submerge any part of your product in
water and do not use it in damp or humid
conditions, such as bathrooms.
Do not expose your product to fire, explosive
or other hazardous conditions.
There is a slight chance that your phone
could be damaged by an electrical storm.
We recommend that you unplug the power
and telephone line cord from the base for the
duration of the storm.
General information
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