Why doesn't the charge indicator turn off on my Panasonic KX-TG5421 Cordless Telephone?
- MMatthew AlexanderSep 23, 2025
If the CHARGE indicator does not go out after the battery has been charged, this is normal.

Why doesn't the charge indicator turn off on my Panasonic KX-TG5421 Cordless Telephone?
If the CHARGE indicator does not go out after the battery has been charged, this is normal.
Why can't I hear a dial tone on my Panasonic KX-TG5421 Cordless Telephone?
If you cannot hear a dial tone on your Panasonic Cordless Telephone, confirm that the telephone line cord is connected. You can also disconnect the unit from the telephone line and connect a known working telephone. If the working telephone operates properly, contact service personnel to have the unit repaired. If the working telephone does not operate properly, contact your telephone company.
Why is my Panasonic KX-TG5421 Cordless Telephone not ringing?
If the handset does not ring, the ringer volume may be turned off. Adjust it.
Why can't I program items on my Panasonic KX-TG5421 Cordless Telephone?
If you cannot program items on your Panasonic Cordless Telephone, it may be because programming is not possible while the handset is being used. Also, do not pause for over 1 minute while programming. Try moving closer to the base unit.
Why is the display blank on my Panasonic KX-TG5421?
If the handset display is blank, confirm that the battery is properly installed and fully charge the battery.
Why can't I page my Panasonic Cordless Telephone handset?
If you cannot page the handset, it could be that the called handset is too far from the base unit or the called handset is in use. Try again later.
Why can't I dial edited numbers on my Panasonic KX-TG5421?
If you cannot dial the phone number edited in the caller list, the phone number you dialed might have an incorrect edited pattern (for example, the long distance “1” or the area code is missing). Edit the phone number with another pattern.
What does it mean when copying stops on my Panasonic Cordless Telephone?
If copying stopped with an item displayed, the destination handset may have lost communication with the base unit, or the destination handset user may have pressed {C} or {s}. Press {OFF}. Confirm that the destination handset is in standby mode (i.e., not in use) and try again.
Why can't I use a headset with my Panasonic KX-TG5421 Cordless Telephone?
If you cannot have a conversation using the headset on your Panasonic Cordless Telephone, make sure that an optional headset is connected properly. If “SP-phone” is displayed on the handset, press {C} to switch to the headset.
What to do if Panasonic Cordless Telephone still shows 'Recharge battery' after full charge?
If you have fully charged the battery, but your Panasonic Cordless Telephone still displays “Recharge battery” and/or 7 continues to flash, or “Charge for 6h” and 8 are displayed, clean the charge contacts and charge again. The battery may need to be replaced. If you install a new battery, fully charge it.
| Number of Handsets | 1 |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 1.9 GHz |
| Caller ID | Yes |
| Talk Time | Up to 10 hours |
| Display | LCD |
| Battery Type | Ni-MH |
| Speakerphone | Yes |
| Answering System | Yes |
| Call Waiting | Yes |
| Intercom | Yes |
| Answering Machine | Yes |
| Power Source | AC Adapter |
| Phonebook Capacity | 50 |
| Range | Up to 1000 feet |
| Expandable | Yes |
| Type | Cordless Telephone |
Shows the different models of the Panasonic phone.
Crucial safety precautions for using the product.
Guidelines for optimal phone operation and placement.
Lists accessories provided with the phone and their order numbers.
Lists optional accessories available for purchase.
Details on connecting the base unit and charger.
Step-by-step guide to installing the battery.
Instructions for charging the handset battery.
How to replace the handset battery when performance degrades.
Identifies buttons and displays on the base unit and handset.
Instructions on how to initiate phone calls.
How to receive incoming calls.
Explains features like HOLD, MUTE, Voice enhancer.
Step-by-step guide to adding contacts.
How to dial contacts from the phonebook.
Modifying existing contact information.
Overview of Caller ID features.
Assigning ringtones and colors to callers.
Accessing and returning calls from the list.
Finding misplaced handsets.
Making calls between handsets.
Moving an outside call to another handset.
Setting up the voicemail access number.
Accessing and listening to voicemails.
Chart of programmable features and their pages.
Adjusting ringer volume and tone.
Configuring dialing mode, flash time, and line mode.
Using codes to program features directly.
Connecting and using an optional headset.
Common error messages and their solutions.
Regulatory compliance and FCC information.
Details of the product's limited warranty.
Contact information and support resources.












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