Southwestern Bell FA970 User manual

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Southwestern Bell
Freedom Phone®
All-Digital Telephone
Answering System
with Voice Day/Time
Stamp
FA970 OWNER'S MANUAL
TOLL FREE HELP LINE
1-800-366-0937
http://www.swbfreedomphone.com/

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS
TOP VIEW 1. Battery Low LED Indicator
2. Answer On/Off Button
3. Time Set / Repeat Button
4. Mailbox 2 Play/Skip Button
5. Mailbox 2 Message LED
6. Mailbox 1 Play/Skip Button
7. Mailbox 1 Message LED
8. Microphone
9. Greeting Button
10. Stop / Save Button
SIDE VIEW
11. Rotary Volume Control
REAR VIEW
12. Ring Select 2/4/TS
13. Telephone Line
14. AC Adaptor Jack
15. Telephone Extension Line

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PLEASE READ IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGES 2-4 BEFORE USE.
Congratulations!
You have purchased an FA970 Digital Answering System with Voice Day/Time
Stamp manufactured to the highest standards of SOUTHEWSTERN BELL
FREEDOM PHONE®RETAIL SALES.
Digital Technology
This digital design utilizes a computer chip to perform answering system functions
more efficiently and with more versatile features than microcassette answering
machines.
BEFORE INSTALLING AND OPERATING THIS ANSWERING
SYSTEM, IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU READ THIS OWNER’S
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,
INCLUDINGTHE FOLLOWING:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall telephone jack and power 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, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

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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 or openings in the cabinet and the back and 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 a bed, or
other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or
heat register.
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 abused by persons walking on it. Do not attach the power cord
to building surfaces.
9. Do not overload wall outlets and 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 the
risk of fire or electric shock. 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 a qualified serviceman when some service or repair work is required.
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:
a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

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d. 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.
e. If the product has been dropped or cabinet has been damaged.
f. 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 electric shock from lightning.
14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
Save These Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERIES
CAUTION
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY TO PERSONS,
READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
1. Use only the 1604A size alkaline batteries mentioned in the Owner’s Manual.
2. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. The cells may explode. Check with local
codes for possible special disposal instructions.
3. Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte is corrosive and
may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
4. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the batteries with
conduction materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The batteries or
conductors may overheat and cause burns.
5. Do not attempt to recharge the batteries identified for use with this product.
The batteries may leak corrosive electrolyte or explode.
6. Do not attempt to rejuvenate the batteries identified for use with this product by
heating it. Sudden release of the battery electrolyte may occur causing burns or
irritation to eyes or skin.