Vtech CS6124 User Manual - Page 7

Getting started Battery installation Install the battery as shown below. 1 Plug the battery connector securely into the socket. 2 Place the battery with the wires inside the battery compartment. 3 Slide the battery compartment cover towards the center of the handset until it clicks into place. 4 Place the handset in the telephone base or charger to charge. CHARGE light remains on when charging. If the handset will not be used for a long period of time, disconnect and remove the battery to prevent any possible leakage. Battery charging Once you have installed the battery, the screen indicates the battery status. For best performance, keep the handset in the telephone base or charger when not in use. The battery is fully charged after 16 hours of continuous charging. Battery indicators The screen is blank, or displays Place in charger and flashes. Battery status Battery has very little or no charge. The handset cannot be used. Action Charge without interruption (at least 30 minutes). The screen displays Low battery and flashes. The screen displays HANDSET X and -:-- --/--. Battery has enough charge to Charge without interruption be used for a short time. (about 30 minutes). Battery is charged. To keep the battery charged, place it in the telephone base or charger when not in use. • If you are on a call in low battery mode, the handset beeps every 50 seconds. • If you place the handset in the telephone base or charger without plugging in the battery, the screen displays No battery.