Panasonic KXTS880 KXTS880 User Guide - Page 8

Preparation Battery installation and replacement Installing the batteries 1 Press down in the direction of the arrow and open the cover (1). 2 Install the batteries in the proper order as shown (2), matching the correct polarity. 3 Close the battery cover. ≥ After battery installation, the unit will reset and "Set clock" will always display until the time is set. ≥ To set the clock, see page 11. ≥ Batteries are not included with the unit. ≥ Install three high quality "AA" size Alkaline (LR6) or Manganese (R6, UM-3) batteries. We recommend to use Panasonic batteries. Battery life is: jabout six months when using Alkaline batteries. jabout three months when using Manganese batteries. ≥ Battery life may depend on usage conditions and ambient temperature. ≥ Make sure batteries were inserted properly inphase to ensure the functionality of this unit. THE UNIT MAY NOT WORK PROPERLY WITHOUT BATTERIES. Replacing the batteries If " " flashes, the battery power is low. Install new batteries as soon as possible. If batteries are not replaced even after the " " is displayed, the unit may not work properly. ≥ Store the desired items in the phonebook, because after the battery replacement, the information stored in the redial list will be cleared. 1 Disconnect the telephone line cord from the unit. 2 Press down in the direction of the arrow and open the cover. 3 Replace the batteries with new ones using correct polarity (+, -), and close the cover. 4 Connect the telephone line cord to the unit. Battery precautions: The batteries should be used correctly, otherwise the unit may be damaged by battery leakage. ≥ Do not mix different types of batteries. ≥ Do not charge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or dispose of in fire. ≥ Remove all the batteries when replacing. Note: ≥ If you do not install the batteries or if the battery power is low, the display will become blank. Readjust the time after the battery replacement. ≥ Replace all the batteries every six months if using Alkaline batteries, or misoperation may occur. (When you use Manganese batteries, replace all of them every three months.) ≥ Do not use nickel-cadium batteries. 8 For assistance, please visit http://www.panasonic.com/help