Cobra Electronics CP-9135 - Manual (Page 4)

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When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to per-
sons, including the following:
1 .
Read and understand all instru c t i o n s .
2 . Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the pro d u c t .
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 locate base unit near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming
p o o l .
5 . Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The pro d u c t
may fall, causing serious damage to the pro d u c t .
6 . Slots and openings in the cabinet and the bottom or back 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
p roduct in the bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should
never be placed near or over a radiator or heat re g i s t e r. This pro d u c t
should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is
p ro v i d e d .
7 . This product should be operated only from the type of power source indi-
cated 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 pro d-
uct where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.
9 . Do not overload outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of
f i re or electric shock.
1 0 . 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 the
p ro d u c t .
11 . To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but
take it to qualified servicemen when service or repair work is re q u i re d .
Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or
other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appli-
ance is subsequently used.
1 2 . Avoid using telephones (other than a cordless type) during an electrical
storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
1 3 . Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
1 4 . Unplug this product from the 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 pro d u c t .
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating
i n s t ructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
i n s t ructions because improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often re q u i re extensive work by a qualified technician to
re s t o re the product to normal operation.
E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
1 5 . Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
1 6 . Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
1 7 . Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the tele-
phone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
C A U T I O N :
To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instruc-
t i o n s :
A . Use only the battery pack supplied with the unit or identical re p l a c e-
m e n t .
B . Do not dispose of battery pack in a fire. The cells may explode. Check
with local codes for possible disposal instru c t i o n .
C . Since released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to eyes or
skin and may be toxic if swallowed:
C1. Do not open or mutilate battery pack.
C2. Always replace the entire battery pack rather than reusing one or
m o re cells.
C3. Do not expose batteries to heat or flame.
D . E x e rcise care in handling the battery pack in order not to “short” the bat-
tery contacts with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and
keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
E . C h a rge the battery provided with or identified for use with this pro d u c t
only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this
m a n u a l .
F. Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery and battery
c h a rg e r.
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