ET-542 All-Weather 25-Channel Cordless Telephone
(430-1052)                 Care and Maintenance       Faxback Doc. # 46512

Your ET-542 All-Weather 25-Channel Cordless Telephone is an example of
superior design and craftsmanship.  The following suggestions will help
you care for your phone so you can enjoy it for years.

  Keep the base dry.  If the handset gets wet, wipe it dry as soon as you
  can.  Liquids can contain minerals that corrode the electronic circuits.

  Handle the phone gently and carefully.  Dropping it can damage circuit
  boards and cases and cause the phone to work improperly.

  Use and store the phone only in normal temperature environments.
  Temperature extremes can shorten the life of electronic devices and
  distort or melt plastic parts.

  Keep the phone away from dust and dirt which can cause premature wear of
  parts.

  Wipe the phone with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new.
  Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to
  clean your phone.

Modifying or tampering with the phone's internal components can cause a
malfunction and might invalidate its warranty and void your FCC 
authorization to operate it.  If your phone is not performing as it 
should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.  If the
trouble is affecting the phone lines, the phone company might ask you to
disconnect your phone until you have resolved the problem.

Replacing The Battery

If you follow the instructions in "Charging the Battery," (see faxback
Doc. # 46509) the supplied battery should last about a year.  When the
battery loses its ability to fully charge, order a 3.6 volt, 300 mAH
battery with a connector that fits the socket in the battery compartment.
You can order a replacement battery through your local RadioShack store.

Install the new battery as directed below, then charge the battery (see
"Charging the Battery" in Faxback Doc. # 46509).

1.  Use a screwdriver to remove the screw on the battery compartment cover
    on the back of the handset, then press down on the cover and slide it
    off.

2.  Gently pull on the battery connector to disconnect it, then remove the
    battery.

3.  Plug the battery wire connector into the socket inside the
    compartment, and place the battery inside the compartment.

    Note:  The connector fits only one way.  Do not force it.

4.  Align the screw hole on the battery compartment cover with the screw
    hole inside the battery compartment.

5.  Tighten the screw about halfway.  Then press down and slide the cover
    up to lock it in place.

6.  Fully tighten the screw to ensure the best water seal.

IMPORTANT:  Your telephone contains a rechargeable nickel-cadmium battery.
            At the end of the battery's useful life, it must be recycled
            or disposed of properly.  Contact your local, county, or state
            hazardous waste management authorities for information on
            recycling or disposal programs in your area.  Some options
            that might be available are: municipal curb side collection,
            drop off boxes at retailers, recycling collections centers, 
            and mail back programs.

The FCC Wants You To Know

In the unlikely event that your phone causes problems on the phone line,
the phone company can temporarily discontinue your service.  If this
happens, the phone company attempts to notify you in advance.  If advance
notice is not practical, the phone company notifies you as soon as 
possible and advises you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.

Also, the phone company can make changes to its lines, equipment,
operations, or procedures that could affect the operation of the phone.
The phone company notifies you of these changes in advance, so you can
take the necessary steps to prevent interruption of your phone service.

Your phone might cause TV or radio interference even when it is operating
properly.  To determine whether your phone is causing the interference,
turn off your phone.  If the interference goes away, your phone is causing
the interference.  Try to eliminate the interference by:

  Moving your phone away from the receiver

  Connecting your phone to an AC outlet that is on a different
  electrical circuit from the receiver

  Contacting a radio/TV technician or your local RadioShack store for help

If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC requires that you stop
using your phone.

Lightning

Your phone has built-in protection circuits to reduce the risk of damage
from surges in phone line current.  These protection circuits meet or
exceed FCC requirements.  However, lightning striking the phone lines can
damage your phone.

Lighting damage is not common.  Nevertheless, if you live an area that has
severe electrical storms, we suggest that you unplug your phone during
storms to reduce the possibility of damage.

(LB/sm 2/27/98)