Panasonic KXFC238FX Operating Guide

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Important Instructions
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CAUTION:
Installation
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Never install telephone wiring during a 
lightning storm.
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Never install telephone jacks in wet locations 
unless the jack is specifically designed for 
wet locations.
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Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or 
terminals unless the telephone line has been 
disconnected at the network interface.
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Use caution when installing or modifying 
telephone lines.
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Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
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This unit should not be used near 
emergency/intensive care medical 
equipment and should not be used by people 
with pacemakers.
Battery
To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, 
read and follow these instructions.
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Use only the battery(ies) specified.
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Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. 
They may explode. Check with local waste 
management codes for special disposal 
instructions.
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Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). 
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may 
cause burns or injury to the eyes or skin. The 
electrolyte may be toxic if swallowed.
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Exercise care when handling the battery(ies). 
Do not allow conductive materials such as 
rings, bracelets or keys to touch the 
battery(ies), otherwise a short circuit may 
cause the battery(ies) and/or the conductive 
material to overheat and cause burns.
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Charge the battery(ies) provided with or 
identified for use with this product only in 
accordance with the instructions and 
limitations specified in these operating 
instructions.
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Only use the included base unit (or charger) 
to charge the battery(ies). Do not tamper with 
the base unit (or charger). Failure to follow 
these instructions may cause the battery(ies) 
to swell or explode.
WARNING:
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To prevent the risk of fire or electrical shock, 
do not expose this product to rain or any type 
of moisture.
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Unplug this unit from power outlets if it emits 
smoke, an abnormal smell or makes unusual 
noise. These conditions can cause fire or 
electric shock. Confirm that smoke has 
stopped and contact an authorised service 
centre.
Information on Disposal 
for Users of Waste 
Electrical & Electronic 
Equipment (private 
households)
This symbol on the products and/or 
accompanying documents means that used 
electrical and electronic products should not be 
mixed with general household waste.
For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, 
please take these products to designated 
collection points, where they will be accepted on 
a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some 
countries you may be able to return your 
products to your local retailer upon the purchase 
of an equivalent new product.
Disposing of this product correctly will help to 
save valuable resources and prevent any 
potential negative effects on human health and 
the environment which could otherwise arise 
from inappropriate waste handling. Please 
contact your local authority for further details of 
your nearest designated collection point.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect 
disposal of this waste, in accordance with 
national legislation.
For business users in the European Union
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic 
equipment, please contact your dealer or 
supplier for further information.
Information on Disposal in other Countries 
outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please 
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask 
for the correct method of disposal.
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