ET-148  Speakerphone with 20-Number Memory  
(430-0612A)                Troubleshooting            Faxback Doc. # 19483

If your telephone is not operating properly, go through this checklist
before you spend unnecessary time and money.

1.  Is the phone properly connected?

2.  Is the PULSE/TONE MODE switch set correctly?

3.  If the telephone's volume level drops or it begins to make strange
    sounds, check to see if other phones have been picked up on the same
    line.  This phone might not operate when other phones are active on the
    same line (especially in areas with low telephone voltage). Hang up the
    other phones to correct the problem.

4.  If the memory doesn't hold programmed numbers, replace the batteries.
    Use Radio Shack alkaline batteries (Cat. No. 23-555).

5.  When the party on the phone cannot hear you, but you can hear them,
    check the PRIVACY indicator.  If the light is on, press PRIVACY so it
    is off.

If you still have a problem:

Disconnect the phone immediately! If other phones on the same line function
properly, the problem is in the phone or its installation.  If you are un-
able to locate the problem, take the phone to your local Radio Shack store
for assistance.

THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW

In the unlikely event that your telephone causes problems on the telephone
line, the telephone company can disconnect your service.  The telephone
company attempts to notify you in advance.  If advance notice is not
practical, the telephone company notifies you as soon as possible and
advises you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.

Also, the telephone company can make changes to its lines, equipment,
operations or procedures that could affect the operation of this telephone.
The telephone company notifies you of these changes in advance, so that you
can take the necessary steps to prevent interruption of your telephone
service.

LIGHTNING

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

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


(LB/EB 08/22/96)