Southwestern Bell GH3210 - Manual (Page 3)

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 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, kit-
chen sink, laundry tub, swimming pool, or in a wet basement.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall,
causing serious damage.
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 regi-
ster.
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,con-
sult your dealer or local power company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not place this product where
the cord will be damaged by persons stepping on it.
9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in fire or elec-
tric 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. This could result in fire or elec-
tric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. Instead,when
service or repair work is required, take it to a qualified service technician. Open-
ing or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks.
Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subse-
quently 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.
d. If the product does not operate normally, and proper operating instructions have
been followed, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to nor-
mal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or the 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.
15. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of
batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special
disposal instructions.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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