Philips DECT 122 - Manual (Page 9)

Installing the DECT 122 8
Installing and replacing the batteries in the handset
To insert the batteries, open the battery cover, place the batteries as indicated and then replace
the battery cover.When the battery icon is blinking, charge is needed.Allow 12 - 15 hours for
the batteries to fully charge. On first use it may be necessary to wait for a few minutes before
seeing symbols on the display.
Never use any battery type other than the one supplied : risk of explosion.
Warning : the base station must always be plugged into the mains when charging or when in use.
Always use rechargeable batteries.
The warranty does not apply to the batteries and any other components which have a limited
lifetime or are exposed to wear.
Battery life and range
Batteries should not be disposed of with general household waste.
Optimal battery life is reached after 3 cycles of complete charging & discharging.When reaching
the range limit and the conversation becomes crackly, move closer to the base.To reach optimal
range, place the base station away from electrical appliances.
Battery life in
talk time
up to 10 hours
Battery life in standby
mode
up to 120 hours
Indoor range
up to 50 metres
Outdoor range
up to 300 metres
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