1 Open the handset cover (A), then remove the
batteries (B).
2 Disconnect the telephone line cord(s) (C).
3 Open the battery cover (D).
4 Install the batteries in the battery compartment
(E).
5 When finished, close the cover, then
reconnect the telephone line cord(s) (F).
R When this feature is turned on,
is
displayed.
Note:
R Do not insert the batteries into the base unit
except during power failure. (The base unit may
be damaged due to battery leakage.)
R The batteries for the base unit are not
supplied.
R The speaker volume of the base unit is limited
during a power failure (level 5 max.).
Battery caution
R The batteries should be used correctly,
otherwise the unit may be damaged due to
battery leakage.
R Do not mix old, new or different types of
batteries.
R Do not charge, short-circuit, disassemble, or
heat the batteries.
R Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
R It is recommended that batteries are replaced
annually.
R It is recommended that batteries are replaced
after a power outage.
R Operating time may be shortened depending on
usage conditions, ambient temperature, and
battery quality.
R Remove all the batteries when replacing.
R Do not use Manganese batteries.
R Rechargeable batteries will not charge while
they are in the base unit.
R If there is a connected device (for example, a
modem) between the base unit and the
telephone line jack, the power backup operation
of the unit may not function, even if a backup
battery is in the base unit.
Battery life
When the batteries are fully charged, operating
time varies depending on usage.
Ni-MH batteries
Operation Operating time
While in use (handset
talking)
60 minutes
While not in use (standby) 70 minutes
Note:
R The operating time depends on the type of
batteries.
R The battery cannot be charged even if the AC
adaptor is connected.
R If
on the base unit flashes, the battery power
is low. Install new batteries as soon as possible.
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