Eurochron EFW 9000 Notice D'emploi page 3

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Item no. 672607 / Version 06/12
RADIO CONTROLLED ALARM CLOCK EFW 9000
INTENDED USE
The radio alarm clock with large display is intended to decode the DCF radio signal from the cae-
sium atomic clock in Braunschweig (Germany), to display the time, date, a second time and the
ambient temperature as well as to provide an alarm function.
The device may only be used indoors. Contact with moisture, for example in bathrooms, must be
avoided.
The radio table clock is only approved for battery operation. Do not use any other power supply.
The correct battery type is specifi ed in the „Technical data" section.
Any use other than described above is not permitted and can damage the product. In addition, it
can lead to dangers such as short-circuit, fi re and electrical shock.
This product complies with the applicable National and European regulations.
All names of companies and products are the trademarks of the respective owner. All rights re-
served.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
- Radio controlled alarm clock
- Operating Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read all of the operating instructions before using the product for the fi rst
time; they contain important information about the correct operation. The safety
instructions have to be followed without fail.
The warranty will be void in the event of damage caused by failure to observe these
safety instructions! We do not assume any liability for any consequential damage!
Nor do we assume any liability for material damage and personal harm caused by
improper use or non-compliance with the safety instructions! The warranty will be
void in such cases!
An exclamation mark in a triangle indicates important information in the operating
instructions.
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The „hand" symbol indicates special information and advice on operating the device.
- For safety and licensing (CE) reasons, unauthorised conversion and/or modifi cations of the
product are not permitted.
- This product is not a toy and does not belong in the hands of children. The product contains
small parts and a battery that could be swallowed.
- Do not leave the packaging materials unattended. They may become dangerous playthings for
children.
- If you have any doubts about the correct operation, or the safety of the product, please consult
a specialist.
- This product must not be exposed to high mechanical pressure.
- The product must not be exposed to extremes of temperature or strong vibrations.
- Handle the product with care. Impacts, blows, or accidental drops, even from a low height, can
lead to damage.
NOTES ON BATTERIES AND RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
- Batteries/rechargeable batteries do not belong in the hands of children.
- Do not leave batteries/rechargeable batteries lying around; there is a risk that they could be
swallowed by children or pets. If swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
- Leaking, or damaged batteries/rechargeable batteries, in contact with the skin can cause acid
burns, therefore, use suitable protective gloves.
- Batteries/rechargeable batteries must not be short-circuited, opened or thrown into a fi re.
There is a risk of explosion!
- Do not recharge normal, non-rechargeable batteries. There is a risk of explosion! Only charge
rechargeable batteries that are intended for this purpose; use suitable rechargeable battery
chargers.
- Never mix normal batteries with rechargeable ones or batteries with different charge level.
- Check that the polarity is correct, when inserting the batteries/rechargeable batteries (pay
attention to plus/+ and minus/-).
CONTROLS AND PARTS
6
1
2
1) Mode
2) °C / °F WAVE
3) Button +
4) Button -
5) Alarm
6) Light / Snooze
7) Battery compartment
INSERTING/REPLACING BATTERIES/RECHARGEABLE
BATTERIES
Open the battery compartment (7) on the back of the device and insert two AA/Mignon batteries,
paying attention to the correct polarity.
Directly after inserting the batteries, the radio alarm clock emits an acoustic signal and attempts
to receive the DCF signal (see also chapter "DCF Reception").
Close the battery compartment (7) again.
The batteries must be replaced if the display contrast fades or if there is no display at all.
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The use of rechargeable batteries leads to a shorter operating time, because of the lower
voltage and capacity.
EXPLANATION OF THE SYMBOLS
Symbol Explanation
Radio signal
Date
Foreign time display
Time display 12:01 - 24:00
Time display 00:00 - 12:00
Alarm 1
Alarm 2
DCF RECEPTION
Directly after the battery is inserted, the clock makes a fi rst attempt to receive the DCF signal.
After a successful DCF reception, the clock is automatically set to the current time.
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The recognition and interpretation of the DCF signal can take 3-5 minutes. Do not move
the clock during this time. Do not press any buttons or switches!
Bad reception can be caused, for example, by metalized insulated glass, reinforced con-
crete buildings, coated special wallpapers, proximity to electronic devices, or installation
in cellars.
If the clock has not adjusted to the current time after 5 minutes, change the location of
the radio alarm clock.
The reception attempts for the daily automatic synchronisation with the DCF time are made sev-
eral times per day (01:00 am, 02:00 am, 03:00 am, 04:00 am, 06:00 am, 09:00 am, 12:00 pm,
03:00 pm, 06:00 pm and 09:00 pm). One successful reception per day is suffi cient to keep the
deviation to less than 1 second.
The DCF signal is encoded and transmitted via a DCF transmitter in Mainfl ingen (near Frankfurt).
Its range is up to 1500 km and, under ideal reception conditions, even up to 2000 km.
3
5
4
7
Symbol Explanation
Weak radio signal
Snooze
Month
Summertime
Temperature in Celsius
Temperature in Fahrenheit
Second time