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AM/FM RADIO/FLASHLIGHT
BATTERY OPERATION and
BACK-UP DYNAMO POWER SUPPLY
OWNER’S MANUAL
RP6289
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Thank You… … … for purchasing this Emerson AM/FM Radio/Flashlight with a built-in wind-up dynamo system that provides power when normal batteries are not available. This unique model is designed to operate on two normal “AA” batteries (not included). But it is also supplied with a compact Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) rechargeable battery pack inside the battery compartment. If the normal “AA” batteries are exhausted and replacement batteries are not immediately available, you can power the radio
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IMPORTANT NOTES FCC INFORMATION This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference cuased by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user ’ s authority to opera
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PREPARATION FOR USE POWER SOURCE This Radio/Flashlight is designed to operated on two “AA” batteries, not included, or the included rechargeable NiMH battery pack which is located in the battery compartment. Using “AA” Batteries Important Notes: • Use only a well known brand of alkaline batteries for longest life and best performance. • Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable). Follow these steps to install batteries : 1.) Remove th
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2.) Place the “AA” batteries in the compartment, following the polarity symbols (+ and - ) marked inside. AA / UM3 / R6 AA / UM3 / R6 3.) Replace the cover. 4.) Set DYNAMO/BATTERY selector switch to BATT. Notes: • When the radio does not operate properly or the sound becomes weak, replace the “AA” batteries. • If you do not plan to use the radio for a week or more, please remove the “AA” batteries. Leaking batteries can damage the radio and such damage is not covered by the warranty. WARNING
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Using the Rechargable NiMH battery pack Your radio has a built-in power generator which can charge the internal rechargeable battery pack and let you play your radio without the “AA” batteries. When you rotate the crank for as little as one and half minutes, the generator recharges the 2.4V battery pack which powers the radio for about 30 minutes. Follow these steps to power your radio using generator and the rechargeable battery pack. 1.) Remove the battery compartment cover. 2.) The supplied 2
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Replacing the Rechargable NiMH battery pack If turning the crank at about 2 turns per second for about 1 minute does not power the radio for at least 15 minutes, replace the 2.4V rechargeable battery pack. 1.) Remove the battery compartment cover. 2.) Unplug the rechargeable battery pack connector and lift the pack out of the compartment. 3.) Insert a new battery pack’ s plug into the socket the place the battery into the compartment. Note: Replacement NiCad rechargeable battery packs are availa
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 5 4 6 7 3 2 8 1 9 11 12 10 13 1.) DYNAMO/BATT Selector Switch. 8.) VOLUME Control. 2.) Speaker. 9.) Band (FM/AM) Switch. 3.) EARPHONE Jack. 10.) Battery Compartment. 4.) Flash Light. 11.) FM Rod Antenna. 5.) LIGHT HI/OFF/LO Selector Switch. 12.) Dynamo Crank Handle. 6.) Tuning Dial. 13.) Wrist Strap. 7.) TUNING Control. 7 RP6289_030504.p65 7 5/3/2004, 11:02
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PLAYING THE RADIO 1.) If you have installed “AA” batteries, set the DYNAMO/BATT selector switch to BATT position. To power the radio using the rechargeable pack or the generator, set the DYNAMO/BATT selector switch to DYNAMO position. 2.) Rotate the VOLUME control clockwise ( ) to turn the radio “On”. 3.) Set FM/AM band selector to the desired band. If you selected the FM band, extend the FM rod antenna to its full length. 4.) Rotate TUNING control to select the desired st
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LIMITED WARRANTY Emerson Radio Corp. warrants manufacturing defects in original material, including original parts and workmanship, under normal use and conditions, for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of original purchase in the U.S. With your dated proof of purchase, we will provide repair service at no charge for labor and parts (excluding battery) at an authorized Depot Repair Facility, or replace the product in our discretion. For repair or replacement, pack your unit in a padde
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