Uniden EXa15580 - Manual (Page 54)

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Case
If the handset or base is exposed to
moisture or liquid, but only affects the
exterior plastic housing.
If moisture or liquid has entered the
plastic housing (i.e. liquid can be
heard in the phone or liquid has
entered the handset battery
compartment or vent openings on the
base).
Action
Wipe off the liquid, and use as normal.
Handset:
1. Remove the battery cover and leave it off for ventilation.
2. Remove the battery pack by disconnecting.
3. Leave the battery cover off and the battery pack disconnected for at least 3 days.
4. Once the phone is completely dry, reconnect the battery pack and the battery cover.
5. Recharge the handset’s battery pack for 20 hours in the base unit before using again.
Base:
1. Disconnect the AC adapter from the base unit, cutting off electrical power.
2. Disconnect the telephone cord from the base unit.
3. Let dry for at least 3 days.
IMPORTANT: You must unplug the telephone line while recharging the battery pack to
avoid charge interruption.
CAUTION:
DO NOT use a microwave oven to speed up the drying process. This will cause permanent
damage to the handset, base and the microwave oven.
After following these steps, if your cordless telephone does not work, please call our
Customer Service Hotline at 1-800-297-1023.
Liquid Damage
Moisture and liquid can damage your cordless phone. In case of accidental submersion, please read the
following steps.