Ameriphone RC-100 - Manual (Page 2)

When using your telephone equipment, always follow
basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, elec-
tric shock, and injury to persons, including the follow-
ing:
1. Read and understand all Instructions. Observe all
warnings and other markings on the product.
2. During thunderstorms, avoid using telephones
except cordless models. There may be a slight
chance of electric shock from lightning.
3. Do not use a telephone near a gas leak. If you
suspect a gas leak, report it immediately, but use
a telephone away from the area where gas is
leaking.
4. Do not use this product near water, or when you
are wet. For example, do not use it in a wet base-
ment or shower, or next to a swimming pool, bath-
tub, kitchen sink or laundry tub. Do not use
liquids or aerosol sprays for cleaning. If the
product comes in contact with any liquids, unplug
any line or power cord immediately. Do not plug
the product back in until it has dried thoroughly.
5. Install this product in a protected location where
no one can trip over any line or power cord.
Protect cords from damage or abrasion.
6. If this product does not operate normally, read “In
Case of Difficulty” on page 12. If you cannot
resolve the problem, or if the product is damaged,
refer to the Ameriphone Warranty. Do not open
this product except as may be directed in this
owner’s manual. Opening this product or
reassembling it incorrectly may expose you to
hazardous voltages or other risks. Opening this
product automatically voids the warranty.
7. If this product uses batteries as power back-up
during power outages, replace batteries only as
described in this owner’s manual. Do not burn or
puncture used batteries — they contain caustic
chemicals.
8. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
A. When the power supply cord or plug is
damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled on the product.
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or
water.
D. If the product does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions because improper
adjustment of other controls may result in
further damage.
E. If the product has been dropped or appears
damaged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance.
9. If this product has a polarized plug with one wide
prong, it may not fit in non-polarized outlets. Do not
defeat the purpose of these plugs. If they do not
fit in your outlet, the outlet should be replaced by an
electrician.
NOTICE: The Canadian Department of
Communications label identifies certified equipment.
This certification means that the equipment meets
certain telecommunications network protective, opera-
tional and safety requirements. The department does
not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user's
satisfaction.
Before installing the equipment, users should ensure
that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities
of the local telecommunications company. The
equipment must also be installed using an acceptable
method of connection. The customer should be aware
that compliance with the above conditions may not
prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an
authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated
by the supplier. Any repairs or alteration made by the
user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions,
may give the telecommunications company cause to
request the user to disconnect the equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the
electrical ground connections of the power utility,
telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe
system, if present, are connected together. This
precaution may be particularly important in rural
areas.
CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such
connections themselves, but should contact the
appropriate electric inspection authority, or electri-
cian, as soon as possible.
NOTICE: The LOAD NUMBER (LN) assigned to
each terminal device denotes the percentage of the
total load to be connected to a telephone loop which
is used by the device, to prevent overloading. The
termination on a loop may consist of any combination
of devices subject only to the requirement that the
sum of the load numbers of all devices does not
exceed 100.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ADDITIONAL SAFETY NOTES FOR CANADIAN USERS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS