Vtech 1739 User Manual - Page 12

In case of difficulty System does not respond to remote commands. • Make sure you are calling from a touch-tone telephone. When dialing a number, there should be audible tones. If there are clicks instead, the telephone is not a touch-tone telephone. • The answering system may not detect the remote access code while the announcement is playing. Try entering the code again when the announcement is over. • There may be noise interference on the telephone line. Press the dial buttons firmly. • Make sure the remote access code is entered correctly. • You might be calling from a telephone which sends tones too short for the answering system to detect. • If there are many messages recorded, the system may take longer than usual to respond. Power failure recovery. • If the system is disconnected from its AC power, it will not operate. The announcement and messages are retained in memory during a power failure, but it will be necessary to reset the clock. See the instructions at the bottom of the answering machine. • If the system announces, "Time and day not set," after announcing the time and day, it may be necessary to reset the clock. See the instructions at the bottom of the unit. The system takes longer than usual to respond. • If there are too many messages recorded, the system may take longer than usual to respond. The message window is off. • Make sure the power cord is securely connected to both the answering system and an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch. • Press ON/OFF to turn on the system. General product care To keep the answering system working and looking good, follow these guidelines: • Avoid putting it near heating appliances and devices which generate electrical noise (motors, fluorescent lights, etc.) • DO NOT expose it to direct sunlight or moisture. • Avoid dropping the answering system and/or other rough treatment. • Clean with a soft cloth. • Never use a strong cleaning agent or abrasive powder because this will damage the finish. • Retain the original packaging in case it is necessary to ship it at a later date. 11