IMPORTANT!

This weather radio, flashlight, and power source are NOT waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or damage to the unit, do not expose this product to rain, moisture, or immerse in water.

This product has the capability to operate with three (3) 1.5v “AA” alkaline batteries. Use of rechargeable batteries are not recommended. This radio contains charging circuits and a hand crank for supplying power to the included pre-installed Ni-MH battery pack.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, DO NOT disassemble or modify this product. Take this product to manufacturer authorized service personnel when service or repair work is required. Opening the case of the radio voids the warranty. This product contains NO user serviceable parts.

TEST YOUR SIGNAL RECEPTION BEFORE RELYING ON THIS DEVICE IN EMERGENCIES. RECEPTION of the TEST is the best way to ensure your radio will have proper reception during an emergency. The national weather service (NWS) conducts a required weekly test (RWT) of NOAA all hazards weather alert radios every Wednesday between 11 AM and 12 noon (central time), when weather permits.

The test consists of the RWT SAME code, a short tone and message explaining the test. If adverse weather prevents the test from being broadcasted on Wed., it is postponed until the next day with good weather. If the test is not conducted by Friday, it is postponed until the following Wednesday.

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Overview

Flashlight

Weather Radio

Antennea

ON/OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

Weather Radio

 

Speaker

 

Weather Display

 

and Function

 

Buttons

 

Hand Crank

 

Indicator

BATTERY

 

COMPARTMENT

 

ON BOTTOM

 

 

Fold-Out

 

Hand Crank

POWER MODE

POWER MODE

SWITCH:

SWITCH:

Standard Battery

Hand Crank

Power Selection

Power Selection

Weather Radio

External power

Headphone Jack

DC in 4.5v

 

(AC adaptor not included)

 

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Acu-Rite #08560 instruction manual On/Off, Compartment On Bottom, Power Mode Switch