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registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicat-
ing that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It does not
imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment.
This Declaration of Conformity means that the equipment meets certain
telecommunications network protective, operational and safety require-
ments. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate
to the user's satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users should
ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local
telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed
using an acceptable method of connection. In some cases, the com-
pany’s inside wiring associated with a single line individual service may
be extended by means of a certified connector assembly (telephone
extension cord). The customer should be aware that compliance with the
above condition may not prevent degradation of service in some situa-
tions. Repairs to some certified equipment should be made by an autho-
rized maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or
alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunc-
tions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the
user to disconnect the equipment. Users should ensure for their own pro-
tection that the ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines
and internal metallic water pipe system, are connected together. This
protection may be particularly important in rural areas.