Important Safety Instructions - GE 22437 User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING YOUR TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT, BASIC
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND
INJURY TO PERSONS, 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 cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
4. Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub,
wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near
a swimming pool.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The
product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.
6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are
provided for ventilation. To protect it from overheating, these
openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should
never be blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or
other similar surface. 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. 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 to your home, consult your dealer or local
power company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate
this product where the cord will be damaged by person walking
on it.
9. Do not overload wall outlet extension cords, as this can result in
the risk of fire or electric shock.
10. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet
slots as they may 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 this product.
11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this
product. Instead, when some repair work is required, take the
unit to a qualified technician. Opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect
reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is
subsequently used.
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
If liquid has been spilled into the product.
If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
If the product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions because improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
product to normal operation.
If the product has been dropped or cabinet has be damaged.
If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
13. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an
electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electrical shock
from lightning.
Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of
the leak.
IMPORTANT: Because cordless phones operate on electricity, you
should have one phone in your home that isn't cordless, in case the
power in your home goes out.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS PROCUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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