GE 28871FE3 User Guide - Page 42

• Connect another phone to the same jack; if there is still no dial tone, the problem might be your wiring or local service. • The cordless handset may be out of range of the base. Move closer to the base. • Ensure the battery is properly charged (16 hours). • Ensure the battery pack installed correctly. • Did the handset beep when you pressed the TALK/call back button? The battery may need to be charged. • Place handset in charge cradle for at least 20 seconds. Dial tone is OK, but can't dial out • Make sure the TONE/PULSE setting on the base is set to the type of phone service you are subscribed to. Handset/Base does not ring • Make sure the handset ringer switch is turned on and the base ringer is programmed to HI. • The cordless handset may be out of range. Move closer to the base. • You may have too many extension phones on your line. Try unplugging some phones. • Check for dial tone. If no dial tone is heard, see No dial tone above. You experience static, noise, or fading in and out • Change channels. • The cordless handset may be out of range of the base. Move closer to the base. • Make sure base is not plugged into an outlet with another household appliance. • Charge the battery. Unit beeps • Place the handset in the cradle for 20 seconds. If it still beeps, charge battery for 16 hours. • Clean charging contacts on cordless handset and charge cradle with a soft cloth or an eraser. • See solutions for "No dial tone" on previous page. • Replace the battery. 42