GE 27959 Cordless Telephone User Manual


 
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HANDSET SOUND SIGNALS
Signal Meaning
A long warbling tone (with ringer on) Signals an incoming call
Three short beeps Page signal
One short beep (every 7 seconds) Low battery warning
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
TELEPHONE SOLUTIONS
No dial tone
Check and repeat installation steps:
Ensure the base power cord is connected to a working outlet .
Ensure the telephone line cord is connected to the base and the wall
jack .
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 (12 hours).
Ensure the battery pack installed correctly.
Did the handset beep when you pressed the TALK/callback 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.