Battery Charging - VTech CS6529 User Manual

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Battery charging

Once you have installed the battery, the screen indicates the battery status (see the
table below).
• For best performance, keep the handset in the telephone base or charger when not in
use.
• The battery is fully charged after 11 hours of continuous charging.
• If you place the handset in the telephone base or the charger without plugging in the
battery, the screen displays NO BATTERY .
Battery indicators
The screen is blank, or
displays Put in charger and
flashes.
The screen displays
Low battery and
flashes.
The screen displays
HANDSET X.
When the battery is fully charged, you can expect the following performance:
Operation
While in handset use (talking*)
While in speakerphone mode (talking*)
While not in use (standby**)
* Operating times vary depending on your actual use and the age of the battery.
** Handset is not charging or in use.
After you install your telephone or power returns following a power
outage, the handset will prompt you to set the date and time. For
instructions, see Set date and time on page 13. To skip setting,
press CANCEL .
Battery status
The battery has no or very
little charge. The handset
cannot be used.
The battery has enough
charge to be used for a short
time.
The battery is charged.
Up to 7 hours
Up to 3.5 hours
Up to 5 days
4
Action
Charge without interruption
(at least 30 minutes).
Charge without interruption
(about 30 minutes).
To keep the battery charged,
place it in the telephone
base or charger when not
in use.
Operating time
Date: MM/DD/YY
ECO