General
Do not allow this unit to be exposed to water, steam or sand. Do not leave the unit where excessive heat could cause damage such as in a parked car where the heat from the sun can build up even though the outside tempera- ture may not seem too high. It is recommended that the FM band be used were ever 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 RP16 will operate from a supply of 220/240 volts, 50/60Hz 
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 :-
BLUE - NEUTRALBROWN - LIVE
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
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.
Fuse
When replacing the fuse only a 3A ASTA approved to BS1362 type should be used and be sure to
IF IN DOUBT - CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.
Replacement fuse holders are available from Roberts Radio at the address shown on the rear of this manual.
Batteries
Remove the battery cover (10) on the rear of the unit by pushing the catch in the direction of the arrow. Insert four IEC size R14 cells into the spaces in the compartment. Take care to ensure all cells are inserted with the correct polarity as shown inside the battery compartment. Replace the battery cover.
Reduced power, distortion, and a ‘stuttering’ sound are all signs that the batteries may need replacing.
If the radio is not to be used for any extended period of time it is recommended that the batteries are removed from the radio.
We would recommend for economy, that the RP16 is used on the mains whenever possible with battery operation for occasional or
Automatic Mains/Battery switching
To change from battery to mains operation, simply plug the mains lead into the mains input socket (9) on the left hand end of the unit. Mains operation is shown by the mains indicator (8). The batteries will be automatically disconnected. It does not matter which way round the plug is inserted but make sure it is fully pushed home. The other end should be plugged into a domestic supply socket.
Aerials
On FM fully extend the telescopic aerial (5), angle and rotate for best reception.
On MW and LW stations are received on the built in ferrite rod aerial, rotate the entire radio to the position giving best reception.
The telescopic aerial is inoperative on MW and LW.
