Preparation14Attention:A nickel metal hydride battery that isrecyclable powers the product you havepurchased.Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-822-8837) for information on how torecycle this battery.Battery chargePlace the handset on the base unit orcharger for 7 hours before initial use.L While charging, “Charging” isdisplayed. When the batteries arefully charged, “Charge completed”is displayed.*1 The pictured model is KX-TG8202.*2 KX-TG8202/KX-TG8232Note:L It is normal for the handset to feelwarm during charging.L If you want to use the handsetimmediately, charge the batteries forat least 15 minutes.L Clean the charge contacts of thehandset, base unit, and charger witha soft, dry cloth once a month. Cleanmore often if the unit is subject to theexposure of grease, dust, or highhumidity.L When the batteries are empty, theentire display may go blank and“Charging” may not be displayed forabout 10 minutes even if you placethe handset on the base unit orcharger.Battery levelNote:L When the batteries need to becharged, the handset beepsintermittently during use.Panasonic Ni-MH batteryperformance (supplied batteries)Note:L Battery operating time may beshortened over time depending onusage conditions and surroundingtemperature.L Battery power is consumed wheneverthe handset is off the base unit orcharger, even when the handset is notin use.Base unit *1 : Charger *2 :Battery icon Battery level& High( Medium) LowL When flashing:Needs to becharged.Operation Operating timeIn continuous use 12 hours max.In continuousstandby mode150 hours max.TG8202C_TG8231C_8232C(e).book Page 14 Friday, July 27, 2007 4:48 PM