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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND INJURY TO PERSONS, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING: 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from the wall telephone jack and power outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERIES Safety Instructions for Batteries Handset Battery Pack CAUTION: Use only a southwestern Bell Freedom Phone approved battery pack in the handset of your GH5877 Cordless Telephone. To reduce the risk of fire or injury, always do the following when replacing, discarding or charging batteries. When handling the batteries, be careful not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets and keys.
FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW Warning : Changes or modifications to this unit expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provided reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
FCC REQUIREMENTS 1. This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the registration number for this equipment is US:5L8W400BGH-5877. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company. 2. The USOC number of the registration jack for the equipment is RJ11C. 3. A FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this equipment.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Talk The Talk is used to access the telephone line or end a call. Redial Key When the phone is idle or off-hook, press Redial key to redial the last number dialed. Redial is also used to insert a measured pause into a number stored in the phone book. Channel Key (CH) The CH key, if pressed when the line is off-hook, will scan up to 40 channels and select the clearest one to provide the best possible reception. Mute Key The Mute key is used to temporarily mute the handset microphone.
TELEPHONE SETUP Connecting the Base 1. Connect the telephone line cord to the "TEL LINE" jack and to a telephone outlet. 2. Connect the AC power adapter to the 9V DC jack and to an AC outlet. Note: Use only the supplied AC power adapter. Do not use any other AC power adapter. Connect the AC power adapter to a continuous power supply. Place the phone close to the AC outlet so that you can plug in the AC power adapter easily.
BASIC OPERATION Making Calls 1. Pick up the handset from the base and press Talk. The LED on the handset will flash while the handset is scanning for a clear channel. The handset will glow steadily when a connection is made. Wait until you hear a dial tone. 2. Dial the number you wish to dial. 3. When you are finished talking, press the Talk key or place the unit back into the base to end the call. Note: The IN USE light on the handset will illuminate when the line is active.
Making Speed Dial Calls 1. Push Talk. The LED on the handset will flash while the handset is scanning for a clear channel. The handset In Use LED will glow steadily when a connection is made. Wait until you hear a dial tone. 2. Press MEM and the dial pad key location where the number is stored. 3. When you are finished with your call, press T, or place the handset back on the base. Note: Be sure to check that the line is not in use by another extension. Deleting a Stored Number 1.
SERVICE According to FCC regulations this equipment, which has been certified and registered by the FCC, may only be repaired by authorized persons. If repairs or adjustments are made by an unauthorized person, the FCC certification may be voided. Should you encounter any problems, please call the Southwestern Bell Freedom Phone® toll-free Customer Help Line for assistance : 1-800-366-0937, Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:30 am –9:00 pm (EST) and Saturday between the hours of 8:30 am –12:30 pm (EST).
LIMITED WARRANTY This Southwestern Bell Freedom Phone® is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal installation, use, and service for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase as shown on the purchaser’s receipt.
