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BATTERIES
Explanation:
Many problems are resolved with fresh batteries of the appropriate voltage.
Many items sent in under warranty work when tested with fresh batteries. Batteries
manufactured this year will have an expiration date 10 years (or more) in the future.
Battery technology has improved and batteries will maintain voltage longer in storage.
However, the environment the batteries reside in for the 10 years can deplete the power.
We suggest a name-brand Alkaline battery.
A minimum voltage of 1.48V is necessary for proper performance.
Use a battery dated at least six years in advance of the current year. Batteries dated
earlier than six years from now may still work, but may be unstable in performance.
Good name-brand batteries make less noise, which reduces the chance of RF (radio
frequency) interference from the battery compartment.
ATOMIC CLOCK FACTORY RESTART
Explanation:
The factory restart returns the atomic clock to an “out-of-the-box” state and
often resolves an issue.
Factory Restart:
1.
Remove the battery from the clock for 15 minutes.
2.
Press the Set button at least 20 times to clear all memory.
3.
Slide the switch to select a time zone.
4.
Insert 1 fresh AA, LR6 1.5 volt ALKALINE battery according to the polarity marked on
the case.
5.
Position the clock on an exterior wall that faces Ft. Collins Colorado. During the night,
your clock will automatically set itself.
Note:
The hands will move to the 12:00 position and search for the radio signal. If the
clock does not receive the radio signal in the first 10 minutes
, the clock will start
running from the 12:00 position and will continue to run.
Do not attempt to reset
the hands manually even though the time on the clock is incorrect. The clock is
synchronizing to the WWVB signal and once the radio signal is decoded, the hands will
automatically adjust to the correct time. This may take up to 5 nights.
SUPPORTED TIME ZONES
This atomic clock offers 4 time zones: Pacific, Mountain, Central and Eastern.
La Crosse Technology
®
does not make an analog clock with more than four time zones.
The atomic clock works in North America.
Outside of North America, the atomic clock will not receive a WWVB signal, but will keep
time like a quartz clock if manually set.
TIME IS INCORRECT
Indicative of non-receipt of WWVB signal
Electrical storms between you and Colorado can interfere with the WWVB signal
Replace battery and perform restart procedure. Allow up to 5 days to receive a signal.
Reposition the atomic clock with the front or back facing Colorado.
Try a different location, ideally near a window. The clock should be at least six feet from
computers, TVs, air conditioners, other atomic clocks and other electrical appliances that
cause interference.
