La Crosse Technology, Ltd
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Opening the clock voids the warranty.
WHY DO THE HANDS SPIN ONCE OR TWICE EVERYDAY?
When the hands spin about the same time every day the clock is auto-correcting the
time. The
hour
hand
should not spin more than twice around the clock.
Hands may spin if the battery is underpowered or over powered.
Use only Alkaline batteries in the clock.
HANDS SPIN NON-STOP
This is indicative of a low or overpowered battery (number 1 warranty issue).
Replace battery and perform restart procedure. Allow 5 days to catch the WWVB signal
If constant spinning continues, the movement may need replacement.
HANDS JUMPS OR JERKS AROUND THE DIAL
This is indicative of a low or overpowered battery (number 1 warranty issue).
Replace battery and perform the
restart procedure
. Allow up to 5 days to receive a
signal.
If the hands continue to jump, the movement may need replacement.
HANDS STUCK AT CERTAIN TIME
This is indicative of a low or overpowered battery (number 1 warranty issue).
Replace battery and perform restart procedure. Allow up to 5 days to receive a signal.
Check to see if the hands may be bent.
Movement may need replacement.
HANDS ARE LOOSE.
If under warranty, the clock must be sent in for repair or the movement needs to be
replaced.
POSITION THE CLOCK
This La Crosse Technology
®
atomic clock is designed for indoor or outdoor use.
INDOOR:
Select a location to place the radio-controlled clock where it will be at least
six feet away from a TV, computer, air conditioner or other household electrical
appliances. The optimal location is near a window. Windows facing Colorado provide the
best signal.
