PREPARATION FOR USE
UNPACKING AND SET UP
•Remove the radio from the carton and remove all packing material from the radio. We suggest that you save the packing material, if possible, in the unlikely event that your radio ever needs to be returned for service. The original carton and packing material is the only safe way to pack your radio to protect it from damage in transit.
•Remove any descriptive labels or stickers on the front or top of the cabinet. Do not remove any labels or stickers from the back or bottom of the cabinet.
•Note the serial number on the bottom of your radio and write this number in the space provided on Page 2 of this manual.
•Place your radio on a level surface such as a table, desk or shelf, convenient to an AC outlet, out of direct sunlight, and away from sources of excess heat, dirt, dust, moisture, humidity, or vibration.
NOTE: Do not place this radio on a metal shelf, metal table, or other metal surface as this may interfere with AM reception.
•Unwind the AC power cord and extend it to its full length. The FM antenna is built in to this cord. It must be fully extended to provide the best FM reception.
POWER SOURCE
This radio is designed to operate on normal 120V 60Hz AC power only. Do not attempt to operate the radio on any other power source. You could cause damage to the radio that is not covered by your warranty.
This radio should be connected to an AC outlet that is always ‘live’. Do not connect it to an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch. When the power to the radio is interrupted, the built in lithium battery takes over to maintain the time and alarm settings. To maximize the life of the lithium battery keep the radio connected to a ‘live’AC outlet at all times
You will note that this system is equipped with a polarized AC power plug having one blade wider than the other. This
is a safety feature. If this plug does not fit into your existing AC outlet, do
not try to defeat this safety feature by filing the wide blade to make it fit into
your outlet. If this plug will not fit into
your outlet, you probably have an out- dated
should have your outlet changed by a qualified licensed electrician.
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