Philips AJ3131 Continuous crackling and hiss noise during AM reception, Sleep does not function

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TROUBLESHOOTING

If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the set for repair. If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service center.

WARNING: Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this will invalidate the

 

warranty.

 

 

 

PROBLEM

Intermittent crackling sound during FM reception

 

 

 

 

 

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Weak signal

REMEDY

Adjust the built-in power cord antenna

No sound

The alarm does not function

 

 

 

 

 

Volume not adjusted

The alarm is not set

Adjust VOLUME

Set the alarm time and the alarm switch to BUZZER or

AM broadcast cannot be received properly

 

 

RADIO

 

 

 

English

– Weak radio signal

Rotate the set for better reception and make sure that the set is placed on a suitable (non-metallic) surface.

Continuous crackling and hiss noise during AM reception

– Interference from other electrical equipment e.g. TVs, computers, fluorescent lamps

• Move the clock radio away from electrical equipment

Volume too low for radio

• Increase the volume

SLEEP does not function

Radio still in ON position

• Switch RADIO to OFF

Clock control in SET TIME or SET ALARM position

• Adjust clock control to CLOCK

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