Important Information. Panasonic KXTG9381T, KX-TG9381, KX-TG9381T, KX-TG9382T, KXTG9382T, KX-TG9382

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Important Information

For your safety

To prevent severe injury and loss of life/property, read this section carefully before using the product to ensure proper and safe operation of your product.

the frequency range of 1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz, and the

RF transmission power is 115 mW (max.).)

L Do not use the product in health care facilities if any regulations posted in the area instruct you not to do so.

Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy.

WARNING CAUTION

Power connection

L Use only the power source marked on the product.

L Do not overload power outlets and extension cords.

This can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.

L Completely insert the AC adaptor/power plug into the power outlet. Failure to do so may cause electric shock and/or excessive heat resulting in a fire.

L Regularly remove any dust, etc. from the AC adaptor/power plug by pulling it from the power outlet, then wiping with a dry cloth. Accumulated dust may cause an insulation defect from moisture, etc. resulting in a fire.

L Unplug the product from power outlets if it emits smoke, an abnormal smell, or makes an unusual noise. These conditions can cause fire or electric shock. Confirm that smoke has stopped emitting and contact the Panasonic

Call Center at 1-800-211-PANA (1-800-211-7262).

L Unplug from power outlets and never touch the inside of the product if its casing has been broken open.

L Never touch the plug with wet hands. Danger of electric shock exists.

Installation

L To prevent the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose the product to rain or any type of moisture.

L Do not place or use this product near automatically controlled devices such as automatic doors and fire alarms. Radio waves emitted from this product may cause such devices to malfunction resulting in an accident.

L Do not allow the AC adaptor or telephone line cord to be excessively pulled, bent or placed under heavy objects.

Operating safeguards

L Unplug the product from power outlets before cleaning.

Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

L Do not disassemble the product.

L Do not spill liquids (detergents, cleansers, etc.) onto the telephone line cord plug, or allow it to become wet at all. This may cause a fire. If the telephone line cord plug becomes wet, immediately pull it from the telephone wall jack, and do not use.

Installation and relocation

L Never install telephone wiring during an electrical storm.

L Never install telephone line jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

L Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

L Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

L The AC adaptor is used as the main disconnect device.

Ensure that the AC outlet is installed near the product and is easily accessible.

L This product is unable to make calls when:

– the handset batteries need recharging or have failed.

– there is a power failure.

Battery

L

We recommend using the batteries noted on page 4.

USE ONLY rechargeable Ni-MH batteries AAA (R03) size.

L Do not mix old and new batteries.

L Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte from the batteries is corrosive and may cause burns or injury to the eyes or skin. The electrolyte is toxic and may be harmful if swallowed.

L Exercise care when handling the batteries. Do not allow conductive materials such as rings, bracelets, or keys to touch the batteries, otherwise a short circuit may cause the batteries and/or the conductive material to overheat and cause burns.

L Charge the batteries provided with or identified for use with this product only, in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this manual.

L Only use a compatible base unit (or charger) to charge the batteries. Do not tamper with the base unit (or charger). Failure to follow these instructions may cause the batteries to swell or explode.

Medical

L Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as pacemakers or hearing aids, to determine if they are adequately shielded from external

RF (radio frequency) energy. (The product operates in

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Important Information

Attention:

A nickel metal hydride battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased.

Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-822-8837) for information on how to recycle this battery.

Important safety instructions

When using your product, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:

1. Do not use this product near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

4. 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Environment

L Keep the product away from electrical noise generating devices, such as fluorescent lamps and motors.

L The product should be kept free from excessive smoke, dust, high temperature, and vibration.

L The product should not be exposed to direct sunlight.

L Do not place heavy objects on top of the product.

L When you leave the product unused for a long period of time, unplug the product from the power outlet.

L The product should be kept away from heat sources such as heaters, kitchen stoves, etc. It should not be placed in rooms where the temperature is less than 0

°C (32 °F) or greater than 40 °C (104 °F). Damp basements should also be avoided.

L The maximum calling distance may be shortened when the product is used in the following places: Near obstacles such as hills, tunnels, underground, near metal objects such as wire fences, etc.

L Operating the product near electrical appliances may cause interference. Move away from the electrical appliances.

Routine care

L Wipe the outer surface of the product with a soft moist cloth.

L Do not use benzine, thinner, or any abrasive powder.

Notice for product disposal, transfer, or return

L This product can store your private/confidential information. To protect your privacy/confidentiality, we recommend that you erase information such as phonebook or caller list entries from the memory before you dispose of, transfer, or return the product.

For best performance

Base unit location/avoiding noise

The base unit and other compatible Panasonic units use radio waves to communicate with each other.

L For maximum coverage and noise-free communications, place your base unit:

– at a convenient, high, and central location with no obstructions between the handset and base unit in an indoor environment.

– away from electronic appliances such as TVs, radios, personal computers, wireless devices, wireless routers, or other phones.

– facing away from radio frequency transmitters, such as external antennas of mobile phone cell stations.

(Avoid putting the base unit on a bay window or near a window.)

L Coverage and voice quality depends on the local environmental conditions.

L If the reception for a base unit location is not satisfactory, move the base unit to another location for better reception.

Specifications

■ Standard:

DECT 6.0 (Digital Enhanced Cordless

Telecommunications 6.0)

Bluetooth

®

wireless technology 2.0

■ Frequency range:

1.92 GHz to 1.93 GHz (DECT)

2.402 GHz to 2.48 GHz (Bluetooth)

■ RF transmission power:

115 mW (max.)

■ Power source:

120 V AC, 60 Hz

■ Power consumption:

Base unit:

Standby: Approx. 1.4 W

Maximum: Approx. 4.2 W

Charger:

Standby: Approx. 0.6 W

Maximum: Approx. 3.6 W

■ Operating conditions:

0 °C – 40 °C (32 °F – 104 °F), 20 % – 80 % relative air humidity (dry)

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Important Information

Note:

L Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

L The illustrations in these instructions may vary slightly from the actual product.

Other information

CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

Notice

ENERGY STAR

As an ENERGY STAR

®

Participant, Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.

Trademarks

The Bluetooth

®

word mark and logos are owned by the

Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by

Panasonic Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

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