Preparation5Important informationGeneralL Use only the AC adaptor supplied withthis product, noted on page 4.L Do not connect the AC adaptor to anyAC outlet other than a standard220–240 V AC outlet.L This product is unable to make callswhen:– the portable handset battery(ies)need recharging or have failed.– there is a power failure.– the key lock feature is turned on.L Do not open the base unit, charger, orhandset other than to replace thebattery(ies).L This product should not be used nearemergency/intensive care medicalequipment and should not be used bypeople with pacemakers.L Care should be taken that objects donot fall onto, and liquids are not spilledinto, the product. Do not subject thisproduct to excessive smoke, dust,mechanical vibration or shock.EnvironmentL Do not use this product near water.L This product should be kept awayfrom heat sources such as radiators,cookers, etc. It should also not beplaced in rooms where thetemperature is less than 5 °C orgreater than 40 °C.L It is advised not to use the equipmentat a refuelling point. Users arereminded to observe restrictions onthe use of radio equipment in fueldepots, chemical plants or whereblasting operations are in progress.Warning:L To prevent the risk of electrical shock,do not expose this product to rain orany other type of moisture.L Unplug this product from poweroutlets if it emits smoke, an abnormalsmell, or makes unusual noise. Theseconditions can cause fire or electricshock. Confirm that smoke hasstopped emitting and contact anauthorised service centre.L Do not spill liquids (detergents,cleansers, etc.) onto the telephoneline cord plug, or allow it to becomewet at all. This may cause a fire. If thetelephone line cord plug becomeswet, immediately pull it from thetelephone wall jack, and do not use.L Do not place or use this product nearautomatically controlled devices suchas automatic doors and fire alarms.Radio waves emitted from this productmay cause such devices tomalfunction resulting in an accident.L Regularly remove any dust, etc. fromthe AC adaptor/power plug by pullingit from the power outlet, then wipingwith a dry cloth. Accumulated dustmay cause an insulation defect frommoisture, etc. resulting in a fire.L Do not damage the power cord/plug.This may cause a short circuit, electricshock, and/or fire.L Do not touch the plug with wet hands.L The AC adaptor is used as the maindisconnect device. Ensure that the ACoutlet is installed near the product andis easily accessible.Battery cautionL We recommend using the battery(ies)noted on page 4. Use onlyrechargeable battery(ies).L Do not mix old and new batteries.