DOC InformationIf a Problem ArisesIf any of your telephone equipment is notoperating properly, you should immediatelyremove it from your telephone line, as itmay cause harm to the telephone network.If the telephone company notes a problem,it may temporarily discontinue service. Whenpractical, the telephone company will notifyyou in advance of the disconnection. Ifadvance notice is not feasible, you will benotified as soon as possible. When you arenotified, you will be given the opportunity tocorrect the problem and informed of yourright to file a complaint with the FCC.Hearing Aid CompatibleTelephonesThe telephone handset attached to theModel FX505 is hearing aid compatible.LightningYour unit has built-in protection circuits,which meet or exceed FCC requirements, toreduce the risk of damage from surges intelephone line currents. However, lightningstriking near or on these lines can cause anexcessive surge of voltage that can damagethe phone.Lightning damage is uncommon. However, ifyou are concerned about it or live in anarea with frequent and/or severe electricalstorms, we suggest that you unplug yourelectronic equipment during the storms.T h e f o l l o w i n g i n f o r m a t i o n i sa p p l i c a b l e o n l y t o f a c s i m i l emachines installed in Canada.NoticesThe Canadian Department of Communica-tions (DOC) label identifies certifiedequipment. This certification means that theequipment meets certain telecommunica-tions network protective, operational andsafety requirements. The Department doesnot guarantee the equipment will operate tothe user’s satisfaction.Before installing this equipment, usersshould ensure that it is permissible to beconnected to the facilities of the localtelecommunications company. Theequipment must also be installed using anacceptable method of connection. In somecases, the company’s inside wiringassociated with a single line individualservice may be extended by means of acertified connector assembly (telephoneextension cord). The customer should beaware that compliance with the aboveconditions may not prevent degradation ofservice in some situations.Repairs to certified equipment should bemade by an authorized Canadianmaintenance facility designated by thesupplier. Any repairs or alterations made bythe user to this equipment, or equipmentmalfunctions, may give the telecommunica-tions company cause to request the user todisconnect the equipment.Users should ensure for their ownprotection that the electrical groundconnections of the power utility, telephonelines and internal metallic water pipesystem, if present, are connected together.This precaution may be particularlyimportant in rural areas.CautionUsers should not attempt to make suchconnections themselves, but should contactthe appropriate electric inspection authority,or electrician, as appropriate.The Load Number (LN) assigned to eachterminal device denotes the percentage ofthe total load to be connected to atelephone loop which is used by the device,to prevent overloading. The termination on aloop may consist of any combination ofdevices subject only to the requirement thatthe total of the load numbers of all thedevices does not exceed 100.The Load Number of this unit is #8Class BThis Digital Apparatus does not exceed theClass B limits for Radio Frequency noisefrom Digital Apparatus set out in the RadioInterference Regulations of the CanadianDepartment of Communications.