Conairphone SW3414 Owner's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your telephone equipment, basic
safety precautions should always be followed
to reduce risk of fire, electric shock and injury
to persons including 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.

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. Slots and opening in the cabinet and back or
bottom are provided for ventilation, to protect
from overheating. These openings must not
be blocked by placing the product on the bed,
sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This
product should not be placed in a built-in
installation unless proper ventilation is
provided.

7. Never push objects of any kind into this
product through 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.

8. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
disassemble this product, but take it to a
qualified serviceman when some service or
repair 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.

9. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and
refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under any of the following conditions:

A. When the power 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 instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions because improper
adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work
by a qualified technician to restore the
product 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.

10. Avoid using a telephone (other than a
cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electric shock
from lightning.

11.Do not use the telephone to report a gas

leak in the vicinity of a leak.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Never install telephone wiring during a
lightning storm.

2. Never install telephone jacks in wet
locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.

3. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires
or terminals unless the telephone line
has been disconnected at the network
interface.

4. Use caution when installing or modifying
telephone lines.

NOTE: Refer to “FCC Requirements”
section before connection to telephone
line.

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

PREPAR A TION

In addition to the handset and telephone
base, each carton contains the following
accessories:

• One (1) 6 ft. fully modular telephone line cord
(long, straight cord)

• One (1) 7 ft. fully modular coil cord

• Owner’s Manual/Warranty Card

Diagram A

Important Notice

Your CONAIRPHONE

TM

telephone will operate

on all systems, true tone or rotary.

1. If your home is wired for rotary service,
move switch to pulse position (P).

2. If your home is wired for tone service, move
switch to tone position (T).

3. If you are unsure of the type of service you
have, ask your local telephone company.

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NOTE: There is a provision for holding the
handset off hook when the telephone is wall
mounted. Position the handset on the notch
above the dial tone reset key. This is a
convenient feature when you need to call
another person to the phone or if you are
interrupted during the conversation

(see Diagram A).

Telephone Number Index

A telephone number index is provided for your
use in writing down frequently called
numbers. Your phone is equipped with ten
memories for storing important numbers. To
store phone numbers follow the KEY
FEATURES instructions below.

OPERATION
Receiving a Phone Call

• Handset

1. When your phone rings, pick up the
handset and use it like any basic telephone.

2. Hang up the handset to release the telephone
line when conversation is completed.

• Speakerphone

1. When your phone rings, press the SPEAKER
key (indicator light will come on).

2. Speak in the direction of the microphone.

3. Using the volume control, adjust the
volume to the desired sound level.

4. Press the SPEAKER key to end your
conversation and release the telephone line
(indicator light will turn off).

Dialing a Call
NOTE: Before dialing, make sure the Tone/

Pulse switch is correctly positioned for your
type of service.

• Handset

Pick up the phone and wait for a dial tone,
then press the keys for the number you want.
Your telephone (pulse setting) uses electronic
pulses to simulate dialing action. Because of
this you might hear pulsing for a second or
two after the last button has been pressed.

• Speakerphone

1. Press the SPEAKER key and wait for dial
tone.

2. Press the keys for the telephone number you
wish to dial.

INSTALLATION

Coil Cord Connection

Insert coil cord into modular jack located on
side housing. Connect the other end into the
modular jack located on handset.

Line Cord Connection

With modular jack telephone system connect
the straight telephone line cord to the modular
jack located at the back of the base. Insert the
other end of cord into a modular wall jack.
Make sure all plugs snap firmly in place (see
Diagram B).

With a four prong style jack, simply use a plug
in modular adapter (see Diagram C).

Wall Mounting

Your CONAIRPHONE

TM

telephone is also
designed to mount on a wall surface over a
modular wall jack. Connect the telephone line
cord to the modular jack located on the top of
the base. Wrap the excess cord under the
telephone’s base. Insert the other modular
plug into the wall jack, making sure it snaps
firmly in place. Position the wall mount slots
on the bottom of the base over the two studs
of the wall plate. Pull down to lock in place
(see Diagram D).

Diagram D

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3. When the party you are calling answers,
you will hear them through the speaker.
Adjust the volume to the desired level.

4. When you have completed your call, press
the SPEAKER key to release the telephone
line.

NOTE:You may pick up the handset at any time
during your conversation. Lifting the handset
will automatically disconnect the
speakerphone. To resume speakerphone
operation, press SPEAKER key and return the
handset to the cradle.

KEY FEATURES
Last Number Redial

Your CONAIRPHONE

TM

telephone remembers
the last number dialed. If the number you dial
is busy or not being answered, hang up. If you
want to redial the last number automatically,
press the REDIAL button. NOTE: You can
redial the same telephone number as many
times as required. However, once you dial
another number, the previous number is
erased.

Ringer On/Off

When you don’t want to be disturbed, slide the
switch to the “Off” position. Now you can still
make outgoing calls without being disturbed
by incoming calls.

Receiver Volume Control

Using the volume control, enables you to
adjust the receiver volume on your telephone
from normal to high for a more comfortable
listening level.

Memory Feature

Your CONAIRPHONE

TM

telephone is equipped
with 10 memories for programming your most
frequently dialed telephone numbers. You can
store up to 16 digits in each of the numeric
keys (0 through 9), by following these steps:

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Diagram C

Diagram B

To Program

1.Lift the handset. Listen for dial tone.

2.Press and release the Store Key.

3.Dial the number to be stored. (The
telephone will not dial out.)

4.Press and release Store Key again.

5.Press the number Key (0-9) on the
telephone key pad where you want the
number stored. Replace handset in cradle.

To Retrieve Memory Numbers

1.Lift the handset. Listen for dial tone.

2.Press and release Memory Key.

3.Press the Number Key (0-9) where desired
number is stored.

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

DON’T RETURN IT YET!

If you have followed the instructions in this
manual, and have difficulty operating your
CONAIRPHONE

TM

telephone locate the
PROBLEM in the left column. Check the
corresponding POSSIBLE CAUSE and
CORRECTIVE ACTION columns to locate and
remedy problem. If the solution to your
problem is not listed below, call our toll-free
service number 1-800-366-0937 and one of
our experts will talk you through the problem.

HEARING AID COMPA TIBILITY

Your CONAIRPHONETM telephone is compatible
with inductively coupled hearing aids.

FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW

This equipment complies with part 68 of the
FCC rules and ACTA technical requirements.
On the bottom of the base of this equipment is
a label that contains, among other
information, the Registration Number and
Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this
equipment. You must, upon request, provide
this information to your telephone company.

The USOC number of the registration jack for
the equipment is RJ11C.

The FCC compliant telephone cord and
modular plug is provided with this equipment.
This equipment is designed to be connected
to the telephone network or premises wiring
using a compatible modular jack which is
TIA/EIA-IS-968 compliant.

The REN is useful to determine the quantity of
devices you may connect to your telephone
line and still have all of those devices ring
when your telephone number is called. In
most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs
of all devices connected to one line should not
exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number
of devices you may connect to your line, as
determined by the REN, you should contact
your local telephone company to determine
the maximum REN for your calling area.

If your telephone equipment causes harm to
the telephone network, the telephone
company may discontinue your service
temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in
advance. But if advance notice isn’t practical,
you will be notified as soon as possible. You
will be informed of your right to file a
complaint with the FCC.

Your telephone company may make changes
in its facilities, equipment, operations, or
procedures that could affect the proper
functioning of your equipment. If they do, you
will be notified in advance to give you an
opportunity to maintain uninterrupted
telephone service. If you experience trouble
with this telephone equipment the telephone
company may ask that you disconnect this
equipment from the network until the problem
has been corrected or until you are sure that
the equipment is not malfunctioning.

This equipment may not be used on coin
service provided by the telephone company.
Connection to party lines is subject to state
tariffs.

This equipment is hearing aid compatible.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this

unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

A. When your CONAIRPHONE

TM

telephone is
not in use, make sure the handset is
engaged into the base unit.

B. Avoid rough handling, areas with excessive

moisture, heavy dust or extreme
temperature.

C. To clean, use a mild detergent and slightly

damp cloth, never use strong solvents or
abrasives.

D.Connecting this telephone to a coin operated

telephone or a party line is prohibited by law.

E. If it is determined that your telephone is

malfunctioning, the FCC requires that it be
disconnected from the modular outlet until
the problem has been corrected.

SERVICE

According to FCC regulations this equipment
which has been certified and registered by the
FCC, may only be repaired by authorized
person or the FCC certification may be voided.
Should you encounter any problems, please
call the Conairphone toll-free Customer
Hotline for assistance:

1-800-366-0937, Monday-Friday
between the hours of 8:30 am - 9:00 pm
(EST) and Saturday 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
(EST). You can also visit our website
www.conairphone.com

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

This Conairphone

TM

telephone is warranted to
the original purchaser to be free from defects
in materials and workmanship under normal
installation, use, and service for a period of
one (1) year from the date of purchase as
shown on the purchaser’s receipt.

The obligation of Conairphone

TM

Retail Sales
under this warranty shall be limited to repair
or replacement (at our option) during the
warranty period of any part which proves
defective in material or workmanship under
normal installation, use, and service.
Products returned to us or to an Authorized
Service Center must be accompanied by a
copy of the purchase receipt. In the absence
of such purchase receipt, the warranty period
shall be one (1) year from the date of
manufacture. To obtain service under this
warranty, return the defective product to the
service center together with your sales slip
and $5.00 for postage and handling.
(California residents need only provide proof
of purchase).

This warranty shall be invalid if the product is
damaged as a result of defacement, misuse,
abuse, neglect, accident, destruction or
alteration of the serial number, improper
electrical voltages or currents, repair alteration
or maintenance by any person or party other
than our own service facility or an authorized
Service Center, or any use violative of
instructions furnished by us.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION

No dial tone Improper Installation Recheck all modular plug connections

Problem with the wiring

Try another phone jack. If your phone works on
another jack, you may have a problem with your
wiring. Contact your local phone company.

Cannot make
outgoing calls

Tone/Pulse switch is not set
correctly may have pulse
dialing service.

Check the Tone/Pulse switch. If positioned in Tone
(T) mode, switch to Pulse (P) you may have pulse

dialing service.
The phone
does not ring

Ringer On/Off switch is not set
correctly

Set the ringer switch to the On position.

Too many telephones are
installed on the same line

Contact your local telephone company to determine

the maximum number of extensions for your calling

area.

The sound
volume is too low

Another extension is off hook Hang up extension.

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