VTech CS5113 - Manual (Page 30)

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Operating range
This cordless telephone operates with the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
Even so, this handset and telephone base can communicate over only a certain distance, which can vary with the
locations of the telephone base and handset, the weather, and the layout of your home or office.
When the handset is out of range, the handset will display
CONNECTING...
If there is a call while the handset is out of range, it might not ring, or if it does ring, the call might not connect well when
you press . Move closer to the telephone base, then press to answer the call.
If the handset moves out of range during a telephone conversation, there might be interference.
To improve reception, move closer to the telephone base.
Maintenance
Your cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts and must be treated with care.
Place the handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect your telephone if you ever need to
ship it.
Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the handset outdoors in the rain, or handle it with wet
hands. Do not install the telephone base near a sink, bathtub or shower.
Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment. For your own safety, take
caution when using electrical appliances during storms.
Your telephone has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster for many years. Clean it only with a soft cloth
slightly dampened with water or a mild soap. Do not use excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind.
Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when you are wet or standing in the water. If the
telephone base should fall into the water, DO NOT RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND
TELEPHONE LINE CORD FROM THE WALL. Then pull the unit out by the unplugged cords.
About cordless telephones
Privacy: There is a possibility that the cordless telephone conversations could be intercepted by radio receiving
equipment within range of the cordless handset. You should not think of cordless telephone conversations as
being as private as those on corded telephones.
Electrical Power: The telephone base of this cordless telephone must be connected to a working electrical
outlet not be controlled by a wall switch.
Potential TV interference: To minimize or prevent interference from cordless telephones, do not place the
telephone base of the cordless telephone near or on top of a TV or VCR. Moving the cordless telephone farther
away from the TV or VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference.
Rechargeable batteries: This product contains either nickel-cadmium or nickel-metal hydride rechargeable
batteries. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to create a short circuit with conducting material such
as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause harm. Observe proper polarity
between the battery and the battery charger.
Nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries: Dispose of these batteries in a safe manner. Do not burn or puncture
the battery.
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