TAD-222 Telephone Answering System
(430-0722)            Care and Maintenance            Faxback Doc. # 18775

Your Radio Shack TAD-222 Touch Tone Remote Control Answering System is an
example of superior design and craftsmanship.  The following suggestions
will help you care for your TAD-222 so you can enjoy it for years.

    Keep the TAD-222 dry.  If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.
    Liquids might contain minerals that can corrode the electronic
    circuits.

    Handle the TAD-222 gently and carefully.  Dropping it can damage
    circuit boards and cases and can cause the TAD-222 to work improperly.

    Use and store the TAD-222 only in normal temperature environments.
    Temperature extremes can shorten the life of electronic devices and
    distort or melt plastic parts.

    Keep the TAD-222 away from dust and dirt, which can cause premature
    wear of parts.

    Wipe the TAD-222 with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking
    new.  Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong
    detergents to clean the TAD-222.

Modifying or tampering with the TAD-222's internal components can cause a
malfunction and might invalidate your TAD-222's warranty.  If your TAD-222
is not performing as it should, take it to your local Radio Shack store
for assistance.

CLEANING THE TAPE-HANDLING PARTS

We suggest you clean the tape-handling parts about every 30 days.

Press STOP/ERASE and remove the cassette.  Then gently clean the capstan,
pinch roller, and record/play head with a cotton swab dipped in tape head
cleaning solution.  Tape head cleaning supplies are available at your local
Radio Shack store.

CAUTION:  To avoid damage to the tape head, never use a chemical not
          approved for tape head cleaning and never touch the head with
          your fingers or any metal object.

THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW

In the unlikely event that your TAD causes problems on the telephone line,
the telephone company can disconnect your service.  The phone company
attempts to notify you in advance.  If advance notice is not practical,
the phone company notifies 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 this TAD.
The phone company notifies you of these changes in advance so you can take
the necessary steps to prevent interruption of your phone services.

LIGHTNING

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

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


(PH 12/4/95)