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Battery Installation/Battery Charge
∫Battery installation
1 Install the battery in the handset.
2 Close the handset cover.
∫Battery Charge
To power the handset, charge the battery.
Place the handset on the base unit and charge for about 6 hours before initial
use.
≥The unit beeps once, the CHARGE indicator lights, and “Charging” is displayed.
≥When the battery is fully charged, “Charge completed” is displayed.
∫Recharge
Recharge the battery when:
—“Recharge battery” is displayed on the handset,
—“ ” flashes, or
—the handset beeps intermittently while it is in use.
≥Clean the handset and the base unit charge contacts with a soft, dry cloth once a
month. Clean more often if the unit is subject to grease, dust or high humidity. If
not, the battery may not charge properly.
≥If the battery is fully charged, you do not have to place the handset on the base unit
until “Recharge battery” is displayed and/or “” flashes. This will maximize the
battery life.
≥The battery cannot be overcharged.
A nickel metal hydride battery that is recyclable powers the
product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for
information on how to recycle this battery.