Panasonic kx-tcd953 User Manual

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Replacing the Batteries
Chapter 5
Useful Information
Battery replacement
If “
” flashes after a few telephone calls even when the handset batteries have been fully
charged, it is time to replace the batteries with new ones. Remember to charge the new batteries
after replacement.
1
Turn the power OFF to prevent memory loss (p. 14).
Remove the cover by sliding while pressing in the
direction of the arrow, then take out the batteries.
2
Replace the batteries with new ones as shown.
When you finish, close the handset cover and turn
the power ON (p. 14).
3
Be sure to charge the new batteries fully in order to
display the battery icon correctly (p. 13).
Ni-Cd battery: For about 4 hours.
Ni-MH battery: For about 8 hours.
Discard defective batteries as soon as possible. Defective batteries may leak into the unit.
Please use only Panasonic P-03H or P-P03S batteries.
If the rechargeable batteries are not inserted correctly, the handset will not work.
Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) rechargeable batteries (AAA size) are available. Please use only
Panasonic HHR-P03H batteries.
Please return the rechargeable batteries to your sales shop at the end of their useful life.
Selecting the battery type
Three Nickel cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries are included with this unit. Nickel metal hydrid (Ni-MH)
rechargeable batteries can also be used. If you replace the batteries with Ni-MH batteries, you must
set the battery type selection to “1”, or the battery strength will not be displayed correctly. The factory
preset is “0” (Ni-Cd).
1
Press 
.
2
Press 
G
or 
F
until “
F33
” is displayed.
3
Press 
.
4
To select Ni-MH batteries, press 
.
OR
To select Ni-Cd batteries, press 
.
5
Press 
.
A confirmation tone sunds and the display will return to the stand-by mode.
Incorrect battery type selection may shorten battery life.
PROG
0
1
OK
PROG
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