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POWER SOURCES
This unit is designed to operate on AC household current or DC (batteries).
AC
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Use the AC polarized line cord included with the unit for operation on AC power. Insert one end of the AC
line cord into the AC power jack on the rear of the unit and the other end (with the 2 blades) into a
conveniently located AC outlet having 120V, 60Hz. When the
AC cord is plugged in, the batteries will be disconnected.
NOTE:
The AC plug supplied with the unit is polarized to help
minimize the possibility of electric shock. If the AC plug does
not
fi
t into a nonpolarized AC outlet, do not
fi
le or cut the wide
blade. It is the user’s responsibility to have an electrician
replace the obsolete outlet.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
To use this unit with battery power, remove the
battery compartment on the rear of the unit by
pressing in on the two tabs and lifting the battery
door off. Insert eight (8) ‘C’ size batteries following
the diagram in the compartment.
NOTE:
The AC power cord must be disconnected
from the AC power jack on the rear of the unit in
order for the unit to operate on battery power.
AC Plug
AC Outlet
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BATTERY PRECAUTIONS
Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device:
1. Use only the size and type of batteries speci
fi
ed.
2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment. Reversed
batteries may cause damage to the device.
3. Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones.
4. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from possible
battery leakage.
5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture. (Follow battery
manufacturer’s directions.)
HEADPHONE JACK
For private listening, connect low impedance 3.5mm (32 ohm) stereo headphones (not included) to this jack.
The speakers are automatically disconnected when the headphone plug is inserted in the jack.
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