Safety Instructions - BellSouth MH9003 Owner's Manual Installation And Operating Instructions

Safety Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury, always
follow these basic safety precautions when using your cordless
telephone equipment.
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the telephone.
3. Unplug this telephone from the wall outlet before cleaning or replacing batteries.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
If necessary, use only a mild soap.
4. Do not use this telephone near a bathtub, kitchen sink, wash bowl, laundry tub,
swimming pool, in a wet basement, or anywhere else where there is water.
5. Do not place this telephone on an unstable cart, stand or table. A fall could
cause serious damage to the phone.
6. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper
ventilation is provided.
7. Operate this telephone only with the correct electrical voltage shown on the
marking label or in the Owner's Manual. If you are not sure of the voltage in
your home, consult your dealer or local power company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install the phone where
people will walk on the cord.
9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords. This can increase the risk of
fire or electric shock.
10. Never push objects of any kind through slots in the phone. They could touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the telephone.
11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not take this telephone apart.
When service or repair work is required on this telephone, take it to a qualified
service representative. Opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other risks. Incorrect re-assembly can cause electric
shock when the appliance is used.
12. Unplug this telephone from the wall outlet and consult a qualified service
representative in any of the following situations:
A. When the power supply cord is frayed or damaged.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the telephone.
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the telephone does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
telephone to normal operation.
E. If the telephone has been dropped or the case has been damaged.
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