GE 28511 User Manual

DECT Cordless Telephone

Your new GE telephone system is EXPANDABLE up to 4 handsets

User’s Guide

model 28511

is a trademark of The General Electric Company and is under license by CCT Tech Global Limited, Central, Hong Kong

Introduction

CAUTION: When using telephone equipment, there are basic safety instructions that should always be followed. Refer to the Important safety instructions section in this book and save them for future reference.

This 28511 telephone is compliant with the DECT

standard. It is designed to transmit and receive telephone calls and be collected to the certain public telephonic networks. *DECT is the trademark registered by ETSI.

IMPORTANT: Because cordless phones operate on electricity, you should have at least one phone in your home that isn’t cordless, in case the power in your home goes out.

Before you begin

Parts Checklist

Make sure your package includes the items shown here.

Charging cradle

with adaptor

28511xE2 : 1 28511xE3 : 2 28511xE4 : 3

Telephone base 28511

Battery compartment

cover

28511xE1 : 1 28511xE2 : 2 28511xE3 : 3 28511xE4 : 4

Handset

28511xE1 : 1 28511xE2 : 2 28511xE3 : 3 28511xE4 : 4

Battery

28511xE1 : 1 28511xE2 : 2 28511xE3 : 3 28511xE4 : 4

Telephone

line cord

User’s manual

Installation

Important Installation Guidelines

• Avoid sources of noise and heat, such as motors, fluorescent lighting,

microwave ovens, heating appliances and direct sunlight.

• Avoid areas of excessive dust, moisture and low temperature.

• Avoid other cordless telephones or personal computers.

• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

• Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically

designed for wet locations.

• Never touch non-insulated telephone wires or terminals, unless the telephone

line has been disconnected at the network interface.

• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

Installing the phone

Telephone base and charging cradle installation

Install the telephone base and charging cradle(s) as shown below. Make sure that the electrical outlet is not controlled by a wall switch. If you have DSL high speed internet service, a DSL filter is required (not included). Contact your DSL service provider for more information about DSL filter.

Modular

telephone line

jack

Wall plate

Telephone Jack Requirements

To use this phone, you need an RJ11C type modular

telephone jack, which might look like the one pictured

here, installed in your home. If you don’t have a

modular jack, call your local phone company to find

out how to get one installed.

Installing the Handset Battery

CAUTION: Use only the power adaptor that came with this unit. (Base: IA5060N, 100-240Vac/6Vdc/500mA. Charger: IA5060N, 100-240Vac/6Vdc/500mA). Using other power adaptors may damage the unit.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the CCT Tech Global Limited approved model H-AAA550BX2 or 2SN-AAA55H-S-J1 Nickel-metal Hydride battery (Ni-MH), which is

compatible with this unit

RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

1. If the battery compartment cover is on the handset, slide the cover to remove.

2. Plug the battery connector securely into the socket inside the handset battery compartment

3. Place the battery and the wire inside the battery compartment

4. Align the cover flat against the battery compartment, then slide it towards the

center of the handset until it clicks into place

5. Charge the handset by placing it in the telephone base or charging cradle. The battery icon on LCD is scrolling when the handset charges.

Please Fully Charge Before Using!

For optimum battery performance, charge the battery for 16 hours before use.

Battery

indicator

Flashing

Base layout

Find

Basic Base

Find: Press to page all system handsets

Up/Caller ID

Talk

* / Keylock

Mute

Display

Down/Phonebook

Back/Delete

End

Redial

Flash

#/Ringer Off Intercom

Handset layout

Initial settings

Display language

You can select change the display language.

1. [ ]

2. [ ]/[ ]: “PERSONAL SET” [OK]

3. [ ]/[ ]: “LANGUAGE” [OK]

4. [ ]/[ ]: Select the desired setting

5. [ OK ] [ ]

Dialing mode

If you cannot make calls, change this setting according to your telephone line

service. The default setting is “TONE”

1. [ ]

2. [ ]/[ ]: “ADVANCED SET” [OK]

3. [ ]/[ ]: “DIAL MODE” [OK]

4. [ ]/[ ]: Select the desired setting

5. [ OK ] [ ]

Date and time

1. [ ]

2. [ ]/[ ]: “CLOCK&ALARM” [OK]

3. [ ]/[ ]: “DATE/TIME” [OK]

4. Enter the current year, month and date by selecting 2 digits.

Example: May 16, 2010 [1][0][0][5][1][6]

5. Enter the current hour and minutes by selecting 2 digits. Example: 9:30 am [0][9][3][0]

[ ]/[ ]: Select am or pm

6. [ OK ] [ ] Note: You can change date and time display format

Ringer Tone

1. [ ]

2. [ ]/[ ]: “PERSONAL SET” [OK]

3. [ ]/[ ]: “HANDSET TONE” [ OK ]

4. [ ]/[ ]: “RING TONES” [ OK ]

5. [ ]/[ ]: Select the desired setting (MELODY 1 to 10)

6. [ OK ] [ ]

Date format

1. [ ]

2. [ ]/[ ]: “CLOCK&ALARM” [OK]

3. [ ]/[ ]: “SET FORMAT” [OK]

4. [ ]/[ ]: “DATE FORMAT” [OK]

5. [ ]/[ ]: Select the desired setting (MM/DD OR DD/MM)

6. [ OK ] [ ]

Time format

1. [ ]

2. [ ]/[ ]: “CLOCK&ALARM” [OK]

3. [ ]/[ ]: “SET FORMAT” [OK]

4. [ ]/[ ]: “TIME FORMAT” [OK]

5. [ ]/[ ]: Select the desired setting (12 HOURS OR 24 HOURS)

6. [ OK ] [ ]

Note: To display date and time, long press [BACK] when handset in standby.

Ringer Volume

1. [ ]

2. [ ]/[ ]: “PERSONAL SET” [ OK ]

3. [ ]/[ ]: “HANDSET TONE” [ OK ]

4. [ ]/[ ]: “RINGER VOLUME” [ OK ]

5. [ ]/[ ]: Select the desired setting (VOLUME 1 to 4 and OFF)

6. [ OK ] [ ]

Note: If Ringer off is selected, there is no preview during the ringer melody selection.

Making a call using the redial list

The last 5 numbers dialed are stored in the redial list (each 24 digits max)

1. Press [ ]

2. press [ ] / [ ]: Select the desired phone number

3. Press [ ]

Erasing a number in redial list

1. Press [ ]

2. Press [ ] / [ ]: Select the desired phone number [ ]

3. [ ]/[ ]: “DELETE” or “DELETE ALL [ OK ]

4. Press [ OK ] to confirm

Pause (for PBX/long distance service users)

A pause is sometimes required when making calls using a PBX or long distance

service. When storing a calling card access number and/or PIN in the phonebook, a pause is also needed.

Example: If you need to dial the line access number “9” when making outside calls

with PBX:

1. Press [ 9 ], then long press [ ]

2. Dial the phone number and press [ ].

Note: A 3 second pause is inserted each time, repeat as needed to create longer

pauses

Answering calls

When a call is being received, the LCD and keypad backlight flash rapidly

1. Lift the handset and press [ ] when the unit rings

2. When you finish talking, press [ ] or place the handset on the base unit or charger

Other Feature during a call

Mute

While mute is turned on, you can hear the other party, but the other party cannot hear you.

1. Press [ ] during the call

2. To return the call, Press [ ] again

Note: LCD will show “MUTE ON” when mute feature activated

For Call waiting or Call Waiting Caller ID service subscriber

To use call waiting, you must subscribe to call waiting from your service provider. This feature allows you to receive calls while you are already talking on the phone, you will hear a call waiting tone. If you subscribe to both Caller ID and Call Waiting with Caller ID services, the 2nd caller’s information is displayed after you hear the call waiting tone on the handset.

1. Press [ ] to answer the 2nd call

2. To switch between calls, press [ ]

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Conference

To join the conversation, press [ ] when other handset is on an outside call.

Phonebook

Adding record

1. [ ]

2. [ ] / [ ]: “PHONEBOOK” [ OK ]

3. [ ] / [ ]: “NEW ENTRY” [ OK ]

4. Enter the name (max. 12 character) [ OK ]

5. Enter the number (max. 24 digits) [ OK ]

6. [ ]

Character Table for the entering names

Key Character [1] Space 1 < > *

[2] A B C 2

[3] D E F 3 [4] G H I 4 [5] J L K 5

[6] M N O 6

[7] P Q R S 7

[8] T U V 8

[9] W X Y Z 9

[0] 0 - / \ # +

Correct the mistake

Press [ ] to delete the characters or numbers

OK: Press to select an item, or save an entry or settings. Delete: Press to delete the last input number or letter. While in a menu, press to

return the upper level without making changes. Up/CID: Press to review the call log when the telephone is not in use. While in a menu, press to scroll up. During a call, press to increase the listening volume. Down/Phonebook: Press to review the phonebook when the telephone is not in use. While in a menu, press to scroll down. During a call, press to decrease the listening volume.

Talk: Press to make or answer a call. Flash: Press to answer a call when you receive a call waiting alert. End/Power off: During a call, press to hang up. During a programming, press to exit

without making changes. Press and hold to power off the handset

Menu: Press to show menu. Redial: Press to review redial list. */Keylock: Press and hold to set the keylock (Keylock will de-activate when handset

sit on the charge cradle)

#/Ringer off: Press and hold to set the Ringer off when the telephone is not in use. Mute: While on a call, press to mute the microphone. Intercom: Set up the intercom between handset to handset.

Display

Handset Display Items

• Turn on when base unit in range

• Blinking when base out of range

• Turn on during review the phone book

• Battery Level

• Blinking when there is incoming call

• Steady on during a call

• Blinking when there is Voice mail

• Turn on when Alarm set

• Turn on when ringer off set

• Blinking when there is a missing call

• Turn on during review the call log and there is old

record(s) in call log

Item Meaning

Making calls

1. Lift the handset and dial the phone number To correct a digit, press [ ]

2. Press [ ]

3. When you finish talking, press [ ] or place the handset on the base unit or charger.

Adjusting the receiver volume

Press [ ] or [ ] repeatedly while talking

Searching by first character

1. [ ]

2. Press [1] – [9] which contains the character you are searching for

3. [ ] / [ ] : Select the desired record if necessary

4. [ ]

Editing entries

1. Find the desired record [ ]

2. [ ] / [ ] : “EDIT ENTRY”

3. Edit the name if necessary [ OK ]

4. Edit the number if necessary [ OK ]

5. [ ]

Erasing entries

1. Find the desired record [ ]

2. [ ] / [ ] : “DELETE” or “DELETE ALL” [ OK ]

3. Press [ OK ] to confirm

4. [ ]

Make a call from phonebook

1. [ ]

2. [ ] / [ ] : Select the desired record

3. [ ]

Programming the Telephone

Standby Screen

Programmable settings

You can customize the unit by programming the following features using the handset.

Programming by scrolling through the display menus

1. [ ]

2. Press [ ] or [ ] to select the desired main menu. [ OK ]

3. Press [ ] or [ ] to select the desired item in sub-menu 1. [ OK ]

• In some cases, you may need to select from sub-menu 2. [ OK ]

4. Press [ ] or [ ] to select the desired setting. [ OK ]

• This step may vary depending on the feature being programmed

• To exit the operation, press [ ]

View record

1. [ ]

2. [ ] / [ ] : “PHONEBOOK” [ OK ]

3. [ ] / [ ] : “LIST” [ OK ]

4. Press [ OK ] to view the name and number

5. Press [ ] to dial out if necessary or press [ ] to return idle OR

6. Press [ ] at idle and repeat step 3

Used equipment must be disposed of in compliance with current environmental

protection regulations. You should return it to you reseller or dispose of it in an approved recycling cnetre.

Environment

Do not attempt to open the batteries as they contain chemical substances. In the event of leakage, avoid contact with the skin, eyesand mouth. In the event of contact, rinse the affected part for several minutes in running water. Clean the product with absorbent paper or a dry cloth and contact your reseller for replacement batteries.

Voice mail service

The [ ] on LCD flash when you receive a new message from your service provider.

IMPORTANT:

In order to use this unit’s Visual Message Waiting Indicator (VMWI) feature, you must subscribe to this service from your phone company.

1. [ ]

2. [ ] / [ ]: Select the desired record [ ]

3. [ ] / [ ]: “SAVE NUMBER” [ OK ]

4. Enter the name and number [ OK ]

5. [ ]

Main Menu Sub-menu 1

Sub-menu 2

NEW ENTRY

LIST EDIT ENTRY

PHONEBOOK

DELETE ALL

HANDSET NAME

RING VOLUME RINGER TONE

HANDSET TONE

KEY TONE LANGUAGE

AUTO HANG

PERSONAL SET

- UP

DATE/TIME

TIME FOMRAT SET FORMAT

DATE FORMAT ALARM

CLOCK&ALARM

TONEALARM

CHANGE PIN

REGISTRATION

UNREGISTER RESET

AREA CODE AUTO PREFIX RECALL TIME

ADVANCED SET

DIAL MODE

FIRST RING

DELETE

Alarm melody:

You can select from 3 alarm melody

1. [ ]

2. press [ ] / [ ] to select “CLOCK&ALARM”. [OK]

3. Press [ ] or [ ] to select “ALARM MELODY”. [OK]

4. Press [ ] / [ ] to select the desired alarm tone. [OK]

5. Alarm melody set and press [ ] return to idle

PIN (Personal Identification Number)

Important: If you change the PIN, please make note of your new PIN. The unit will

not reveal the PIN to you. If you forget your PIN, please reset your phone. The default PIN is 0000

Alarm

An alarm sounds at the set time for 1 minute once or daily. Alarm can be set for

each handset.

Important: Set the date and time beforehand

1. [ ]

2. press [ ] / [ ] to select “CLOCK&ALARM”. [OK]

3. Press [ ] or [ ] to select “ALARM”. [OK]

4. Press [ ] / [ ] to select the desired alarm option. [OK]

OFF: Turns alarm off. (Go to step 6) ON ONCE: An alarm sounds once at the set time ON DAILY: An alarm sounds daily at the set time.

5. Set the desired time.

6. Alarm set (or turned off) and press [ ] return to idle

To change PIN:

1. [ ]

2. press [ ] / [ ] to select “ADVANCED SET” [ OK ]

3. Press [ ] or [ ] to select “CHANGE PIN” [ OK ]

4. Input the old PIN code [ OK ]

5. Input the new PIN code [ OK ]

6. A beep sound emit if the PIN code successful changed

Registering a handset

Additional handset

The base unit of this telephone can support up to a total of 4 cordless handsets.

The handsets that ship with your main base are pre-registered in the factory. To add or re-register a handset:

Handset:

1. [ ]

2. [ ] / [ ] : “ADVANCED SET” [ OK ]

3. [ ] / [ ] : “REGISTRATION” [ OK ]

4. Enter you PIN (default PIN: 0000) [ OK ]

5. Handset will show “WAITING”

Base:

6. Press and hold the [ ] for 5 seconds. For 28521, the base LED will blink rapidly.

Handset:

7. Handset will have a long beep when success register

Note: An error tone will emit when the registration not success

Important:

The unit shall able to register with 28501xxx-A only

Deregistering a handset

1. [ ]

2. [ ] / [ ]: “ADVANCED SET” [ OK ]

3. [ ] / [ ]: “UNREGISTER” [ OK ]

4. Enter you PIN (default PIN: 0000) [ OK ]

5. [ ] / [ ]: Select the desired handset [ OK ]

6. [ ]

Using Caller ID service

IMPORTANT: In order to use this unit’s Caller ID features, you must subscribe

to either the standard Name/Number Caller ID Service or Call Waiting Caller ID Service. To know who is calling while you are on the phone, you must subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID Service.

This unit receives and displays information transmitted by your local phone company. This information can include the phone number, date, and time; or the name, phone number, date, and time.

Receiving CID Records

Caller ID records are stored in the order that they are received.

Storing CID Records (In CID Memory)

If you are not at home or cannot answer, your telephone’s Caller ID memory stores the data for the 10 most recent calls. When the 11th call is received, the oldest Caller ID record (1st call) is automatically deleted.

Reviewing CID Records and call back

As calls are received and stored, the display is updated to let you know how

many calls have been received. To scroll CID records:

1. [ ]

2. Press [ ] to search from the most recent call, or [ ] to search from the oldest call.

3. To Call back, press [ ] To Exit, press [ ] return to idle

Editing a caller’s phone number calling back

You can edit a phone number in the caller list by removing its area code and/or

the long distance code “1”

1. [ ]

2. Press [ ] / [ ] to select the desired record [ OK ]

3. If the desired record is a name, Press [ OK ] to show the number

4. [ ]

You can edit the number you want

1. [ ]

2. Press [ ] / [ ] to select the desired record [ ]

3. Press [ ] / [ ] to select “EDIT ENTRY” [ OK ]

4. Enter the number if necessary

5. Press [ OK ] to save the new number in the record or press [ ] dial out the number

Delete a CID record

1. [ ]

2. [ ] / [ ]: Select the desired record [ ]

3. [ ] / [ ]: “DELETE” or “DELETE ALL” [ OK ]

4. Press [ OK ] to confirm

5. [ ]

Intercom

Intercom calls can be made between handsets

Note:

If you receive an outside call while talking on the intercom, you hear beep. To answer the call with the handset, long press [*] to switch the outside call and intercom While paging a handset, the paged handset beeps for 1 minute.

Making an intercom call

1. [ int ]

2. Select the handset you want to page by pressing the desired handset number ([1] –[4]) or you can page all handset by pressing [ ]

3. When you finish talking, press [ ]

Answering an intercom call

1. Press [ ] to answer the page

2. When you finish talking, press [ ]

Handset locator

You can locate a misplaced handset by paging it.

1. Base unit: [ ]

All register handsets beep for 1 minute.

2. To stop paging:

Base Unit: Press [ ]

Handset: Press [ ]

Changing the battery

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the CCT

Tech Global Limited approved model H-AAA550BX2 OR 2SN-AAA55H-S-J1 Nickel-metal Hydride battery (Ni-MH), which is compatible with this unit.

1. Make sure the telephone is OFF (not in TALK mode) before you replace the battery.

2. Remove the battery compartment door.

3. Disconnect the cord attached to the battery pack and remove the battery pack from the handset.

4. Insert the new battery pack and connect the cord to the jack inside the battery

compartment.

5. Put the battery compartment door back on.

6. Place handset in the base or handset charge cradle to charge. Allow the handset battery to properly charge (for 16 hours) prior to first use or when you install a new battery pack. If you do not properly charge the phone, battery performance will be compromised.

Battery Safety Precautions

• Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture. Like other batteries of this type, toxic materials could be released which can cause injury.

• To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the battery listed in the User’s Guide.

• Keep batteries out of the reach of children.

• Remove batteries if storing over 30 day

Transferring calls

Outside calls can be transferred or a conference call with an outside party can be made between 2 handsets.

1. During outside call, press [

int ]

2. Select the handset you want to page by pressing the desired handset number ([1] –[4]) or you can page all handset by pressing [ ]

3. Press [ ]

4. The call will transfer to the paged handset For conference call

5. During the intercom, long press [

int ]

6. LCD will show “CONFERENCE”

Troubleshooting guide

Telephone general use

Problem

The handset does not turn on even after installing battery pack The unit does not work

Cannot hear a dial tone

Handset does not ring

You experience static, noise, or fading in and out

Cause/solution

- Place the handset on the base un it or charger to turn on the handset.

- Make sure the battery pack is inst alled correctly.

- Fully charge the battery. Check t he connections. (for 16 hours)

- Unplug the base unit's AC adap tor to reset the unit .

Reconnect the adaptor and try ag ain.

- The handset has not been registered to the base unit .

- The base unit's AC adaptor or telephone line cord is no t

connected. Check the connections .

- Disconnect the base unit from the telephone line and

connect the line to a known work ing telephone. If the working telephone operates properly, contact our service personnel to have the unit repaired . If the working telephone does not operate properly, contact your service provider/telephone company. The ringer volume is turned

off. Adjust the ringer volume.

- The handset may be out of range of the base.

Move closer to the base.

- The handset may be out of range of the base.

Move closer to base.

- You are using the handset or base uni t in an area with

high electrical interference. Reposition the base unit and use the handset away from sources of interference.

Problem

Caller information is not displayed

Caller information is displayed late

The 2nd caller's information is not displayed during an outside call

Cause/solution

- You must subscribe to Caller ID service from your

service provider/telephone company.

- If your unit is connected to any additional telephone

equipment such as a Caller ID box or cordless

telephone line jack, plug the unit directly into wall jack.

- If you use a DSL/ADSL service, we recommend connecting a DSL/ADSL filter between the base unit and the telephone line jack. Contact your DSL/ADSL

provider for details

- The name display service may not be available in

some areas. Contact your service provider/telephone company for details.

- Other telephone equipment may be interfering with

this unit. disconnect the other equipment and try again.

- Depending on your service provider /telephone

company, the unit may display the caller's information at the 2nd ring or later.

- Move closer to the base units.

- In order to use Caller ID, call waiting, or Call Waiting

Caller ID (CWID), you must first contact your service provider/telephone company and subscribe to the desired service.

Caller ID

General product care

To keep your unit working and looking good, follow these guidelines:

• Avoid dropping the handset, as well as other rough treatment to the phone.

• Clean the phone with a soft cloth.

• Never use strong cleaning agents, paint thinner, abrasive powder, alcohol,

or other chemical products to clean the unit. Doing so will damage the finish.

• Retain the original packaging in case you need to ship the phone at a later date.

• Periodically clean the charge contacts on the handset and base with a clean

pencil eraser.

C. The product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. D. The product’s cabinet has been damaged. E. The product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

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

21. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

22. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

23. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

24. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

IF YOUR PRODUCT UTILIZES BATTERIES, THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE OBSERVED:

1. Use only the type and size battery(ies) specified in the user manual.

2. Do not use this product if the battery door is removed or missing.

3. Replace batteries that appear to be swollen or have damaged wiring.

4. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

5. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

6. Exercise care in handling battery(ies) in order not to short out the battery(ies) with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery(ies) or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

7. Do not attempt to recharge the battery(ies) provided with or identified for use with this product that are not rechargeable. The battery(ies) may leak corrosive electrolyte or explode.

8. Do not attempt to rejuvenate the battery(ies) provided with or identified for use with this

product by heating them. Sudden release of the battery(ies) electrolyte may occur causing burns or irritation to eyes or skin.

9. When replacing battery(ies), all batteries should be replaced at the same time. Mixing fresh and discharged batteries could increase internal cell pressure and rupture the discharged battery(ies). (Applies to products employing more than one separately replaceable primary battery.)

10. When inserting battery(ies) into this product, the proper polarity or direction must be observed. Reverse insertion of battery(ies) may result in leakage or explosion.

11. When inserting battery(ies) into this product, do not twist or pinch the wires or allow wires to become pinched in battery door.

12. If storing over 30 days, remove battery(ies) from this product because the battery(ies) could leak and damage the product.

13. Discard “dead” battery(ies) as soon as possible since “dead” batteries are more likely to

leak in a product.

14. Do not store this product, or the battery(ies) provided with or identified for use with this

product, in high-temperature areas. Batteries that are stored in a freezer or refrigerator

for the purpose of extending shelf life should be protected from condensation during storage and defrosting. Batteries should be stabilized at room temperature prior to use after cold storage.

15. If your product uses rechargeable battery(ies), charge the battery(ies) only in accordance

with the instructions and limitation specified in the User Guide.

Important safety intructions

Some of the following information may not apply to your particular product; however, when using telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should

always be followed to reduce the 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. Telephones should not be used while you are in a bathtub, shower or pool. Immersion of the telephone or handset in water could cause an electrical shock.

5. Slots and openings in the cabinet back or bottom are provided for ventilation, to protect it from overheating. Do not block or cover these openings. Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Do not place this product

in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

6. Only operate this product from the type of power source indicated 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. Plug the adaptor into an easily accessible electrical outlet near the equipment.

8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.

9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.

10. 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.

11. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

12. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. If service or repair work is required, take it to a qualified serviceman. 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.

13. Do not expose the product to extreme temperatures such as areas near a hot radiator, stove or in a hot car. Do not place product upon other consumer electronic products such as; computer monitors, power amplifiers, etc.

14. Do not place lighted candles, cigarettes, cigars, etc., on the telephone.

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

16. Never install or modify telephone wiring during a lightning

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

wet locations.

18. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines to prevent electrical shock

and/or fire.

19. Under the following conditions, unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel:

A. The power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

B. The product has been exposed to rain or water.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN

THE LIGHTING FLASH AND ARROW HEAD WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF “DANGEROUS VOLTAGE” INSINDE THE PRODUCT.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

THE EXCLAMATION WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT.

SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT

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