Vtech CS6229-2 User Manual (CS6229-5 User Manual) - Page 7

Getting started Battery installation and charging Install the battery as shown below. After installing the battery, you might be able to make and receive short calls. For best performance, charge the handset for at least 16 hours before use. When not in use, place the handset in the telephone base or charger. See page 38 for battery operating times. Battery indicators Battery status Action The screen is blank. Battery has no charge and Charge until the screen shows the handset cannot be LOW BATTERY (at least 10 used. minutes). The screen shows PLACE IN CHARGER and flashes . Battery has very little charge and the handset cannot be used. Charge until the screen shows LOW BATTERY (about four minutes). The screen shows LOW BATTERY, flashes, and the handset beeps. Battery has enough charge Charge until the screen shows to be used for a short time. HANDSET X (about one hour). The screen shows HANDSET X. Battery is charged. To keep the battery charged, place it in the telephone base or charger when not in use. 1. If the battery compartment cover is on the handset, press the indentation and slide the cover to remove. 2. Plug the battery securely into the plug inside the handset battery compartment, matching the color-coded label. 3. Place the battery with the label THIS SIDE UP facing up and the wires inside the battery compartment. 4. Align the cover flat against the battery compartment, then slide it towards the center of the handset until it clicks into place. 5. Charge the handset by placing it in the telephone base or charger. The CHARGE light is on when the handset charges. Charge light 1 2 3 4 5 When the screen shows LOW BATTERY, the backlight is off. If the handset will not be used for a long time, disconnect and remove the battery to prevent possible leakage. To purchase replacement batteries, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com or call 1 (800) 595-9511. In Canada, go to www.vtechcanada.com or call 1 (800) 267-7377.