AT&T TL86103 User Manual page 148

Appendix
Troubleshooting
My cordless handset isn't performing normally.
• Make sure the power cord is securely plugged into the telephone base. Plug
the power adapter into a different working electrical outlet not controlled by
a wall switch.
• Move the handset closer to the telephone base. You might have moved out
of range.
• Reset the telephone base. Unplug the electrical power. Wait for 15 seconds,
and then plug it back in. Allow up to one minute for the handset and
telephone base to reset.
• Other electronic products such as HAM radios and other DECT phones, can
cause interference to your cordless telephone. Try installing your telephone
as far away as possible from these types of electronic devices.
Out of range appears on my cordless handset.
• Ensure you plug the telephone base in properly and the power is on.
• Move the cordless handset closer to the telephone base. You may have
moved out of range.
• Reset the telephone base. Unplug the electrical power. Wait for 15 seconds,
and then plug it back in. Allow up to one minute for the cordless handset
and telephone base to reset.
• Other electronic products such as HAM radios and other DECT phones, can
cause interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your phone as far
away as possible from these types of electronic devices.
The batteries do not hold a charge.
• If the cordless handset is in the charger and the charge light is not on, refer
to The charge light is off (page 145).
• Charge the battery in the cordless handset for at least 10 hours. For
optimum daily performance, return the cordless handset to the charger when
not in use.
• If the battery is depleted, it may take approximately 30 minutes to charge
the handset before it shows Low battery. Refer to the table on page 13
for details.
• You may need to purchase a new battery. Please refer to
Battery installation and charging in this user's manual on pages 13-14.
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