Crosley Radio CR57 Telephone User Manual


 
PARTS INCLUDED
Your new telephone includes the following items:
1 - Telephone handset
1 - Handset coil cord
1 - Telephone body
1 - 7 Feet line cord
1 - 15 Inches line cord
2 -
Screws
with wall archors
4 - Rubber spacer pads.
2 - Tapping screw
1 - Template (See above picture and instructions)
HANDSET CORD JACK
RINGER
OFF / ON
PULSE /
TONE
VOLUME
LOW / HI
LINE CORD JACK
FCC Requirements
1. This equipment complies with 47CFR Part 68 requirements. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains,
among other information, the registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If
requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.
2. The USOC number of the registration jack for the equipment is RJ11C/RJ11W.
3. A FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this equipment. This equipment is designed to
be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is Part 68 compliant.
See Installation Instructions details.
4. The REN is used to determined the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive
RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing is response to an incoming call. In most, but not
all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected
to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company.
5. If this terminal equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance
that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice isn’t practical, the telephone company
will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a compliant with the FCC
if you believe it is necessary.
6. The telephone company may make changes in it’s facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect
the operation of the equipment. If this happens the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you
to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted services.
7. The equipment cannot be used on public coin phone service provided by the telephone company. Connection to
party line service is subject to state tariffs.
8. Please follow instructions for repairing if any (e.g. battery replacement section), otherwise do not alternate or repair
any parts of device except specified.
9. This equipment if it uses a telephone handset is hearing aid compatible.
10.If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please contact service center at the
below. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you
disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions, should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp
cloth for
cleaning.
4. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the
product.
5. Slots and openings in the cabinet and back or bottom are provided for ventilation, to protect it from overheating,
these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on
the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat
register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation.
6. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points
or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
7. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. Take it to a qualified serviceman when some
service or repair work is required. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other
risks. Incorrect re-assembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.
8. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel in the following cases:
A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls, that
are covered by the operating Instructions because improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by a qualify technician to restore the product to normal operation.
E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
9. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord will be abused by persons
walking on
it.
10. Do not use this product near water, for example , near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool.
11. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electric storm. There may be a remote risk of electric
shock from lighting.
12. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
13. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may
explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SET UP
DIAL MODE
The DIAL MODE switch is located at the back of the telephone. Slide the switch to TONE unless you have
Dial-Pulse (Rotary) telephone service in your area, in which case, slide the switch to the PULSE position.
MECHANICAL BELL RINGER
CONTROL
The RINGER CONTROL switch at the back of the telephone allows you to turn the ringer ON or OFF. You
can still make or receive calls with the ringer in OFF position, however, you will not hear the incoming ring.
RECEIVER VOLUME
The RECEIVER VOLUME CONTROL switch, located on the bottom of the telephone, allowsyou to adjust the
volume of the receiver earphone from LOW and HI.
INSTALLATION
To connect the telephone, connect the line cord from the back of the telephone to the wall jack.
MAKING AND ANSWERING CALLS
To get a dial tone or answer an incoming call, lift the handset.
To hang up, either replace the handset or press the HANDSET CRADLE manually.
FLASH
Pressing FLASH sends the electronic equivalent of a switchhook signal. Use FLASH with special phone
company services such as call waiting.
IF THERE IS NO DIAL TONE
1) Make sure that all plugs are connected properly. Check the connections at the wall jack, the telephone
cabinet and handset.
2) Try another modular jack within your home which you know to be working properly.
IF CALLS CANNOT BE DIALED
OR DIALS SLOWLY
Check to make sure that the DIAL MODE switch is in the correct position for the type of service (TONE/PULSE)
available in your area.
IF THE TELEPHONE DOES NOT RING
Check that RINGER CONTROL switch is not set to OFF.
If there are several telephones connected to the same line, try disconnecting some of the other telephones.
Having too many telephones connected to the same line can cause low ringer volume or poor sound quality
during calls.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Avoid rough treatment to the telephone. Do not drop the handset and always place it gently back in the
cradle. Clean only with slightly dampened cloth. Do not use detergent, wax, solvent, spray, alcohol or excessive
water.