User's Manual

E. If the telephone has been dropped or the case has been damaged.
F. If the telephone exhibits a distinct change in performance.
16. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
17. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
18. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line
has been disconnected at the network interface.
19. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Battery Safety
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion if BATTERY PACK is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type. To reduce the risk of fire or personal
injury, read and follow these instructions:
1. Use only the following type and size of BATTERY PACK:
Cordless Telephone BATTERY PACK
3.6V, 600mAh
U.S. Electronics Inc.
Ni-MH BATTERY PACK: model B655
(See page 37 for ordering information.)
2. Do not dispose of the BATTERY PACK in a fire. The BATTERY PACK may explode.
Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
3. Do not open or mutilate the BATTERY PACK. Released electrolyte from a BATTERY
PACK is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. Electrolyte may be
toxic if swallowed.
4. Exercise care in handling the BATTERY PACK to prevent shorting the BATTERY
PACK with conductive materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The BATTERY
PACK or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
5. Charge the BATTERY PACK provided with (or identified for use with) this telephone
only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this manual.
6. Observe proper polarity orientation between the BATTERY PACK and BATTERY
CHARGER.
Safety Instructions
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