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Battery light is red.

This means your backup battery needs charging!
It currently has less than 20% battery.
The backup battery starts charging when your Landline Base is plugged into a wall outlet.

As it continues charging, it will first turn yellow and then green.

When green, it is powered enough to keep the Landline Base alive through power outages. With its 2800 mAh battery, the CommunityPhone Landline Base can provide approximately 3.5 hours of talk time or approximately 26 hours of stand-by (when not connected to a power outlet)

ICON Status Description
Solid Green High battery charge. More than 50%
  Blinking Green High battery charge. Actively charging
Solid Yellow Medium battery charge. Between 20% and 50%
Blinking Yellow Medium battery charge. Between 20% and 50%. Actively charging
Solid Red Low battery charge. Less than 20%
Blinking Red Low battery charge. Less than 20%. Actively charging
Light is off No battery is detected or installed

Keeping a device plugged in for long periods can lead to battery degradation due to exposure to higher voltages, heat buildup, and small discharge/recharge cycles. It's best to unplug the device when fully charged to prolong battery life and avoid excessive heat.