Preparation5Important informationGeneralL Use only the AC adaptor supplied with thisproduct, noted on page 4.L Do not connect the AC adaptor to any AC outletother than a standard 220–240 V AC outlet.L This product is unable to make calls when:– the portable handset battery(ies) needrecharging or have failed.– there is a power failure.– the key lock feature is turned on.L Do not open the base unit, charger, or handsetother than to replace the battery(ies).L Consult the manufacturer of any personalmedical devices, such as pacemakers orhearing aids, to determine if they are adequatelyshielded from external RF (radio frequency)energy. (The product operates in the frequencyrange of 1.88 GHz to 1.90 GHz, and the poweroutput is 250 mW (max.).) Do not use theproduct in health care facilities if any regulationsposted in the area instruct you not to do so.Hospitals or health care facilities may be usingequipment that could be sensitive to external RFenergy.L Care should be taken that objects do not fallonto, and liquids are not spilled into, the product.Do not subject this product to excessive smoke,dust, mechanical vibration or shock.EnvironmentL Do not use this product near water.L This product should be kept away from heatsources such as radiators, cookers, etc. Itshould also not be placed in rooms where thetemperature is less than 5 °C or greater than40 °C.Warning:L To prevent the risk of electrical shock, do notexpose this product to rain or any other type ofmoisture.L Unplug this product from power outlets if it emitssmoke, an abnormal smell, or makes unusualnoise. These conditions can cause fire orelectric shock. Confirm that smoke has stoppedemitting and contact an authorised servicecentre.L Do not spill liquids (detergents, cleansers, etc.)onto the telephone line cord plug, or allow it tobecome wet at all. This may cause a fire. If thetelephone line cord plug becomes wet,immediately pull it from the telephone wall jack,and do not use.L Do not place or use this product nearautomatically controlled devices such asautomatic doors and fire alarms. Radio wavesemitted from this product may cause suchdevices to malfunction resulting in an accident.L Regularly remove any dust, etc. from the ACadaptor/power plug by pulling it from the poweroutlet, then wiping with a dry cloth. Accumulateddust may cause an insulation defect frommoisture, etc. resulting in a fire.L Do not damage the power cord/plug. This maycause a short circuit, electric shock, and/or fire.L Do not touch the plug with wet hands.L The AC adaptor is used as the main disconnectdevice. Ensure that the AC outlet is installednear the product and is easily accessible.Battery cautionL We recommend using the battery(ies) noted onpage 4. Use only rechargeable battery(ies).L Do not mix old and new batteries.L Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire, asthey may explode. Check with local wastemanagement codes for special disposalinstructions.L Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies).Released electrolyte from the battery(ies) iscorrosive and may cause burns or injury to theeyes or skin. The electrolyte may be toxic ifswallowed.L Exercise care when handling the battery(ies).Do not allow conductive materials such as rings,bracelets or keys to touch the battery(ies),otherwise a short circuit may cause thebattery(ies) and/or the conductive material tooverheat and cause burns.L Charge the battery(ies) provided with oridentified for use with this product only inaccordance with the instructions and limitationsspecified in this manual.L Only use a compatible base unit (or charger) tocharge the battery(ies). Do not tamper with thebase unit (or charger). Failure to follow theseinstructions may cause the battery(ies) to swellor explode.