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you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause 
electric shock when the product is subsequently used.
13. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords.
14. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized 
service facility under the following conditions:
A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled onto the product.
C.  If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating 
 instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the 
 operation instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may 
   result in damage and often requires extensive work by an authorized 
 technician to restore the product to normal operation.
E. If the product has been dropped and the telephone base and/or 
 handset has been damaged.
F.  If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
15. Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm. 
There is a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
16. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. Under 
certain circumstances, a spark may be created when the adapter is plugged 
into the power outlet, or when the handset is replaced in its cradle. This is a 
common event associated with the closing of any electrical circuit. The user 
should not plug the phone into a power outlet, and should not put a charged 
handset into the cradle, if the phone is located in an environment containing 
concentrations of ammable or ame-supporting gases, unless there is 
adequate ventilation. A spark in such an environment could create a re or 
explosion. Such environments might include: medical use of oxygen without 
adequate ventilation; industrial gases (cleaning solvents; gasoline vapors; 
etc.); a leak of natural gas; etc.
17. Only put the handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in normal 
talk mode.
18. The power adapters are intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or oor 
mount position. The prongs are not designed to hold the plug in place if it is 
plugged into a ceiling, under-the-table or cabinet outlet.
19. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not 
dispose of batteries in a re. They may explode. Check with local codes for 
possible special disposal instructions.
20. For pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the 
equipment and shall be easily accessible.
21. In wall mounting position, make sure to mount the telephone base on the wall 
by aligning the eyelets with the mounting studs of the wall plate. Then slide