16Setting upBattery ChargeAt the time of shipment, the batteries arenot charged. To charge, place thecordless handset on the charger. Pleasecharge the batteries for about 7 hoursbefore initial use.During charging, the charge LED will lightas shown below.During charging Fully chargedThe cordless handset, even whenswitched off, will be turned onautomatically when it is placed on thecharger.The cordless handset will not operatewhile it is on the charger.If the handset display flashes whenthe cordless handset is lifted off thecharger, please charge the cordlesshandset batteries at least 15 minutes.Battery InformationAfter your Panasonic battery is fullycharged:Ni-MH Batteries (typical 700 mAh)Ni-Cd Batteries (typical 250 mAh)• Times indicated are for peakperformance.• The battery operating time may beshortened depending on usageconditions and ambient temperature.• Clean the charge contacts of thecordless handset and the chargerwith a soft, dry cloth once a month.Clean more often if the unit issubject to grease, dust or highhumidity. Otherwise the battery maynot charge properly.• The batteries cannot be overchargedunless they are repeatedly removedand replaced.• For maximum battery life, it isrecommended that the cordlesshandset not be recharged until thebattery icon flashes .Display icon Battery strengthHighMediumLowNeeds to bechargedRed GreenOperation Operating TimeWhile in use (TALK) 10 hrs approx.While not in use(Standby) 120 hrs approx.Operation Operating TimeWhile in use (TALK) 4 hrs approx.While not in use(Standby) 40 hrs approx.