Speed Dial 8 This feature enables the user to quickly reach frequently used numbers by dialing just one digit. How To Set Up Numbers: Lift the handset and listen for the dial tone. Press *74 (rotary user dial 1174). Listen for a second dial tone. Assign a speed dial code by dialing any number between 2 and 9. Dial the phone number you wish to save.  For long distance numbers, include a 1 or 0 and the area code. Press the # (rotary users wait four seconds). Listen for confirmation. How To Use: Lift the handset and listen for the dial tone. Dial the speed call number. Press the # key (rotary users wait four seconds).