General
Do not allow this unit to be exposed to water or steam. It is recommended that the FM band be used wherever possible as better results in terms of quality and freedom from interference will usually be obtained than on the MW or LW bands.
Mains supply
The R983 will operate from a supply of AC 230 volts, 50Hz 
only.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or adaptor. If in doubt consult your dealer.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connec- tion to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied with a mains plug, or one has to be fitted, then follow the instructions given below:
IMPORTANT. DO NOT make any connection to the larger terminal which
is marked with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol 
or coloured
Green or
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following codes :-
The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked N or coloured BLACK.
The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked L or coloured RED.
E(Earth)
Brown(Live)3 amp
L
Blue (Neutral)
N
Cord
Fuse
When replacing the fuse only a 3A ASTA approved to BS1362 type should be used and be sure to
BLUE - NEUTRAL | BROWN - LIVE | IF IN DOUBT - CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. |
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Replacement fuse holders are available from Roberts Radio Technical
Services Department at the address shown on the rear of this manual.
If you need any further advice, please call our Technical Helpline on :-
0181 758 0338 | 18 |
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