Appendix E, Important Product Information; Safety Information - AT&T 1040 User Manual

Appendix E
Important product information
This symbol is to alert you to important operating or servicing instruc-
tions that may appear in this user's manual. Always follow basic safety pre-
cautions when using this product to reduce the risk of injury, fire, or electric
shock.

Safety information

• Read and understand all instructions in the user's manual. Observe all
markings on the product.
• Avoid using a telephone during a thunderstorm. There might be a slight
chance of electric shock from lightning.
• Do not use a telephone in the vicinity of a gas leak. If you suspect a gas
leak, report it immediately, but use a telephone away from the area where gas is
leaking. If this product is a cordless model, make sure the base is also away from
the area.
• Do not use this product near water, or when you are wet. For example,
do not use it in a wet basement or shower, or next to a swimming pool,
bathtub, kitchen sink, or laundry tub. Do not use liquids or aerosol sprays for
cleaning. If the product comes in contact with any liquids, unplug any line
or power cord immediately. Do not plug the product back in until it has dried
thoroughly.
• Install this product in a protected location where no one can trip over
any line or power cords. Protect cords from damage or abrasion.
If this product does not operate normally, read Troubleshooting in this
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user's manual. If you cannot solve the problem, or if the product is damaged,
refer to the limited warranty. Do not open this product except as may be
directed in your user's manual. Opening the product or reassembling it
incorrectly may expose you to hazardous voltages or other risks.
• If this product has user-replaceable batteries, replace batteries only as
described in your user's manual. Do not burn or puncture batteries—they
contain caustic chemicals.
• If this product has a three-prong (grounding) plug or a polarized plug
with one wide prong, it might not fit in non-polarized outlets. Do not
defeat the purpose of these plugs. If they do not fit in your outlet, the outlet
should be replaced by an electrician.
CAUTION: Use only the power adapter provided with this product. To
obtain a replacement, visit our website at
1 (800) 222–3111
or call
www.telephones.att.com
. In Canada, dial
50
1 (866) 288-4268
,
.