Installing the phone, Installing backup batteries – GE 29579 User Manual

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Installing the Phone

Installing Backup Batteries

CAUTION: Disconnect the phone cord from

the wall outlet before installing or replacing

the batteries.

In case of a power outage, the phone uses AA alkaline

batteries for backup power for incoming voice amplification

and visual ringer functions.

NOTE: If no batteries are installed, the low

battery icon will flash.

1. Unplug the power

adaptor and the

telephone line

before installing

batteries.

. Carefully turn

over the phone,

and release

latch on battery

compartment and

remove cover.

. Insert AA-size alkaline batteries as shown on the

diagram in the battery compartment.

. Snap the battery compartment door back into place.
5. Re-attach the power adaptor and the telephone line cord

to the unit .