VTech 9117 - Manual

INTRODUCTION

REPLACING THE HANDSET BATTERIES

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 use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink, or swimming pool).
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious

damage to the product.

6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To protect it

from overheating, these openings must not 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 where proper ventilation is not provided.

7. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.

If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power
company.

8. 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 i t.

9. 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.

10. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. If service or repair work is

required, contact VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. Opening or removing cabinet parts
other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect
reassembling can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.

11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet:

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 to restore the product
to normal operation.

e) If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged.
f)

If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

13. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a

remote risk of electric shock from lighting.

14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Parts Check List:

1.

Handset

2.

Base Unit

3.

Telephone line cord

4.

Locking Screw

5.

AC adapter

6.

Battery Pack

BASE UNIT

TELEPHONE LINE CORD

HANDSET

AC ADAPTER

WALL MOUNT BRACKET

BATTERY PACK

BELT CLIP

LOCKING SCREW

1

3

2

1. Remove the locking screw on the bottom of

the Handset, then slide the battery cover off
by gently pressing on the recessed area with
a downward motion.

2. Unplug and remove the old battery pack.

Don't put the old battery pack in a trash
compactor or a fire - it could burst.

3. Plug in the replacement battery pack. Place

the battery pack in the compartment with the
battery cord resting on top of it.

4. Replace the battery cover by sliding it into

place. Gently tighten the locking screw.

5. The new battery pack must be charged before

using your telephone. Place the handset in
the cradle of the base unit to allow it to charge
for 16 hours. Maximum battery life between
charges is more than 7 hours of continuous
talk time or 6 days of standby.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury, read and follow these instructions:
1. Use only VTECH battery.
2. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage

to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

3. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials

such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

4. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode.

The RBRC™ Seal

The RBRC

®

Seal on the nickel-cadmium battery indicates that VTech

Communications, Inc. is voluntarily participating in an industry program to
collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives, when taken
out of service within the United States and Canada.

The RBRC

®

program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickel-cadmium batteries

into the trash or municipal waste, which may be illegal in your area.
VTech’s participation with RBRC

®

makes it easy for you to drop off the spent battery at local

retailers participating in the RBRC

®

program or at authorized VTech product service centers. Please

call 1-800-8-BATTERY™ for information on Ni-Cd battery recycling and disposal bans / restrictions
in your area. VTech’s involvement in this program is part of its commitment to protecting our
environment and conserving natural resources.

RBRC® is a registered trademark of Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation.

7.

Belt Clip

8.

Wall mount bracket

To purchase replacement battery packs, call

VTECH Communications at 1-800-595-9511.

In Canada, call VTECH Electronics at 1-800-

267-7377.

USER’S MANUAL

ANY KEY ANSWER 30 CHANNEL OPERATION

VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.

www. vtechphones. com

Printed in China 91-5111-11-00 ISSUED 0

MHz

TWO TONE DESIGN

9117