1. Before you start
Please read these instructions carefully. They contain important information which will help
you get the best from your product and ensure safe and correct installation and operation.
1.1. General Safety Information
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Keep the product and all its parts out of reach of small children.
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This product is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
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Do not attempt to open the product. This product does not contain any user serviceable parts.
Unauthorised handling of the device may damage it and will void your warranty.
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Do not use your Radio near emergency/intensive care medical equipment; if you have a pace-
maker fitted or during an electrical storm.
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To avoid possible hearing damage, do not listen to this radio at high volume levels for long
periods of time. Always keep the volume within reasonable limits.
1.2. Power Source
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Only use the power supply that came with the product. Using an unauthorised power supply
will invalidate your guarantee and may irrecoverably damage the product.
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Disconnect your Radio from the mains power supply during thunderstorms.
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Always check that you have completely switched off your Radio, before you change or discon-
nect the power supply.
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Where the mains power plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the
disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
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If the Radio will not be used for a long period of time, make sure that all of the batteries are
removed from the battery compartment and the mains power is unplugged.
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Only use recommended batteries or those of the same or equivalent type.
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Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types.
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Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity.
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The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
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Remove the batteries from the Radio if they will not be used for an extended period of time.
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Never throw batteries in a fire or attempt to open the outer casing.
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Batteries are harmful if swallowed, so keep away from young children.
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Danger of explosion if batteries are incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equiva-
lent type.
1.3. Moisture and Water
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Keep it dry. Avoid exposure to precipitation, humidity and liquids which could all affect the
product circuitry.
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Do not leave it in low temperatures as moisture can form inside the product, which may dam-
age the circuit board.
1.4. Ventilation
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Do not block or cover slots, holes or openings on the product by placing on soft furnishings
such as carpets, rugs or beds as these are provided for functionality and/or ventilation to en-
sure safe operation of the product
1.5. Heat Sources and Flames
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Do not leave it in high temperatures as electronic devices and plastic parts may warp in heat.
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Keep it away from bright sunlight or heat sources, such as a radiator.
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