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Appendix
Operating range
This cordless telephone operates with the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC). Even so, this handset and telephone base can communicate over only a certain
distance - which can vary with the locations of the telephone base and handset, the weather, and the layout
of your home or office.
When the handset is out of range, the handset displays
Out of range or no pwr at base .
If there is a call while the handset is out of range, it might not ring, or if it does ring, the call might not
connect well when you press
/FLASH
. Move closer to the telephone base, then press
/FLASH
to
answer the call.
If the handset moves out of range during a telephone conversation, there might be interference.
To improve reception, move closer to the telephone base.
ECO mode
This power conserving technology reduces power consumption for optimal battery performance, according
to the distance between the telephone base and the handset. When the telephone base communicates with
the handset, ECO mode will be activated automatically.
Maintenance
Taking care of your telephone
Your telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care.
Avoid rough treatment
Place the handset down gently.
Save the original packing materials to protect your telephone if you ever need to ship it.
Avoid water
Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the handset in the rain, or handle it with wet
hands. Do not install the telephone base near a sink, bathtub or shower.
Electrical storms
Electrical storms can sometime cause power surge harmful to electronic equipment. For your own
safety, take caution when using electric appliances during storms.
Cleaning your telephone
Your telephone has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster for many years. Clean it only with
a soft cloth slightly dampened with water or mild soap.
Do not use excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind.
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Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when you are wet or standing in water. If the
telephone base should fall into water, DO NOT RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND
TELEPHONE LINE CORDS FROM THE WALL. Then pull the telephone out by the unplugged cords.
