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POWER SOURCES
Use the AC polarized line cord included with the unit for operation on AC power. Insert one endACofOutletthe AC line cord into the AC power jack on the rear of the unit and the other endAC(withPlugthe 2 blades) into a conveniently located AC outlet having 120V, 60Hz. When the
This unit is designed to operate on AC household current or DC (batteries).
AC:
AC cord is plugged in, the batteries will be disconnected. NOTE: The AC plug supplied with the unit is polarized to help minimize the possibility of electric shock. If the AC plug does not fit into a nonpolarized AC outlet, do not file or cut the wide blade. It is the user’s responsibility to have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet.
DC:
Remove the Battery Compartment cover on the bottom of the unit by pressing down on the arrow marks and sliding the cover downward. Insert 8 “C” cell batteries (not included), observing the battery polarity indicated inside the compartment. Replace the Battery Compartment cover.
BATTERY PRECAUTIONS
Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device:
1.Use only the size and type of batteries specified.
2.Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment. Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.
3.Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and
4.If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from possible battery leakage.
5.Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture. (Follow battery manufacturer’s directions.)
HEADPHONE JACK
For private listening, connect low impedance 3.5mm (32 ohm) stereo headphones (not included) to this jack. The speakers are automatically disconnected when the headphone plug is inserted in the jack.
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