Radio Shack 43-3595 Cordless Telephone User Manual


 
Troubleshooting
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these
simple steps first
Problem Solution
The CHARGE/IN USE or
CHARGE indicator won’t
illuminate when the handset
is placed on the cradle.
Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the
cradle and wall outlet.
Make sure the handset is properly seated in the
cradle.
Make sure the charging contacts on the cradles
and handsets are clean.
The audio sounds weak
and/or scratchy.
•Move the handset and/or base to a different
location away from metal objects or appliances
and try again.
Press CH/SEL to help eliminate background
noise.
Make sure that the handset is not too far from
the base.
Can’t make or receive calls.
Re-register both handsets. (See “Before Using,
Register Extra Handset to the Main Base Unit” on
page 11.)
Check both ends of the base telephone line cord.
Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the
base and wall outlet.
Disconnect the AC adapter for a few minutes,
and then reconnect it.
Make sure that the handset is not too far from
the base.
The handset doesn’t ring or
receive a page.
Re-register both handsets. (See “Before Using,
Register Extra Handset to the Main Base Unit” on
page 11.)
The battery pack may be weak. Charge the
battery for 15-20 hours.
The handset may be too far away from the base
unit.
Place the base unit away from appliances or
metal objects.
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