TAD-518 Dual Cassette Telephone Answering System
(430-0715)              Care and Maintenance          Faxback Doc. # 18958

Your Radio Shack TAD-518 Dual Cassette Telephone Answering System is an
example of superior design and craftsmanship.  The following suggestions
will help you care for the TAD so you can enjoy it for years.

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

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

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

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

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

Modifying or tampering with the TAD's internal components can cause a
malfunction and might invalidate its warranty.  If the TAD is not
performing as it should, take it to your local Radio Shack store for
assistance.  If the trouble is affecting the phone lines, the phone
company might ask you to disconnect your TAD until you have corrected the
problem.

CLEANING THE TAPEHANDLING PARTS

Inspect and clean the tape heads about every six months.  We recommend a
tape head cleaning kit, such as Radio Shack Cat. No. 44-1168.

Set STOP/ON to STOP and remove both cassettes.  Then gently clean the tape
head, pinch roller, and capstans with a cotton swab dipped in tape head
cleaning solution.

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

THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW

In the unlikely event that your TAD causes problems on the phone line, the
phone 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 your TAD.
The phone company notifies you of these changes in advance, so you can
take steps to prevent interruption of your phone service.

LIGHTNING

Your TAD has built-in protection circuits to reduce the risk of damage from
surges in 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 frequent electrical storms, we suggest that you unplug your TAD during
storms to reduce the possibility of damage.


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