Important Safety Instructions - VTech VC7151 User Manual

Important safety instructions

When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this product near water such as near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen
sink, laundry tub or a swimming pool, or in a wet basement or shower.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable table, shelf, stand or other unstable
surfaces.
6. Avoid placing the telephone system in places with extreme temperature, direct
sunlight, or other electrical devices. Protect your phone from moisture, dust,
corrosive liquids and fumes.
7. Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the telephone base and handset
are provided for ventilation. To protect them from overheating, these openings
must not be blocked by placing the product on a soft surface such as a bed,
sofa or rug. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat
register. This product should not be placed in any area where proper ventilation
is not provided.
8. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated
on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your
home or office, consult your dealer or local power company.
9. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product
where the cord may be walked on.
10. Never push objects of any kind into this product through the slots in the
telephone base or handset because they may touch dangerous voltage points
or create a short circuit. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take
it to an authorized service facility. Opening or removing parts of the telephone
base or handset other than specified access doors may expose you to
dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric
shock when the product is subsequently used.
12. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords.
13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized
service facility under the following conditions:
• When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
• If liquid has been spilled onto the product.
• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.