User's Manual

E. If the telephone has been dropped or the case has been damaged.
F. If the telephone exhibits a distinct change in performance.
16. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
17. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
18. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line
has
been disconnected at the network interface.
19. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Battery Safety
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion if BATTERY PACK is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type. To reduce the risk of fire or personal
injury, read and follow these instructions:
1. Use only the following type and size of BATTERY PACK:
A. For HANDSET
Cordless Telephone BATTERY PACK
3.6V, 600mAh
U.S. Electronics Inc.
Ni-Cd BATTERY PACK: model B650
(See page 29 for ordering information.)
B. For BASE UNIT
9V Alkaline Cell Battery (not included in the package.)
2. Do not dispose of the BATTERY PACK in a fire. The BATTERY PACK may explode.
Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
3. Do not open or mutilate the BATTERY PACK. Released electrolyte from a BATTERY
PACK is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. Electrolyte may be
toxic if swallowed.
4. Exercise care in handling the BATTERY PACK to prevent shorting the BATTERY
PACK with conductive materials such as rings, bracelets and keys. The BATTERY
PACK or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
FOR BASE UNIT BATTERIES:
5. Do not attempt to recharge the battery(ies) identified for use with this telephone.
The battery(ies) may leak corrosive electrolyte or explode.
6. Do not attempt to rejuvenate the battery(ies) identified for use with this telephone
by heating them. Sudden release of the battery electrolyte may occur, causing
burns or irritation to eyes or skin.
Safety Instructions
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