General Information; Safety - BT FREELANCE XC 1500 User Manual

General information

IMPORTANT
This equipment is not designed for making emergency
telephone calls when the power fails. Alternative
arrangements should be made for access to
emergency services.
This product is intended for connection to analogue
public switched telephone networks and private
switchboards in the United Kingdom.
Replacing the handset batteries
After a time, you may find that the handset batteries are
running out of charge more quickly. This is a standard
sign of wear and the batteries will need replacing.
1. Open the battery compartment cover.
2. Take out the old batteries and replace with 2 new AAA
NiMH batteries.
3. Push the battery compartment cover back on until it
clicks into place.
New batteries should be rechargeable: Nickel Metal
Hydride (NiMH), size AAA, capacity 550mAh.
For details on how to obtain spare rechargeable
batteries, contact the BT Freelance XC1500 Helpline
on 0808 100 6556*.
WARNING
Do not immerse batteries in water or throw them
into a fire, or dispose of them with ordinary
domestic refuse.
BT accepts no responsibility for damage caused to
your BT Freelance XC1500 by using any other types
of batteries.
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0808 100 6556*
Safety information
• Only use the power supply suitable for the BT
Freelance XC1500 range. Using an unauthorised
power supply will invalidate your guarantee and may
damage the telephone. The item code for the base
mains power supply is 041293.
If you have purchased a multiple pack the item code
for the charger mains power supply is 041294.
• Use only the approved rechargeable batteries
supplied. For details on how to obtain spare
rechargeable batteries, contact the BT Freelance
XC1500 Helpline on 0808 100 6556*.
• Do not open the handset (except to replace the
handset batteries) or the base. This could expose you
to high voltages or other risks. Contact the Helpline on
0808 100 6556* for all repairs.
• If the keylock is switched on, it is NOT possible to
make calls, including to the emergency numbers
(999/112).
• Radio signal transmitted between the handset and
base may cause interference to hearing aids.
• It is recommended that advice from a qualified expert
be sought before using this product in the vicinity of
emergency/intensive care medical equipment.
• It is recommended that if you have a pacemaker fitted
you check with a medical expert before using this
product.
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