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Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
If your Weatheradio is not working as it should, these suggestions might help you eliminate the
problem. If the Weatheradio still does not operate properly, take it to your local RadioShack
store for assistance.
CARE
Keep the Weatheradio dry; if it gets wet, wipe
it dry immediately. Use and store the Weath-
eradio only in normal temperature environ-
ments. Handle the Weatheradio carefully; do
not drop it. Keep the Weatheradio away from
dust and dirt, and wipe it with a damp cloth
occasionally to keep it looking new.
Modifying or tampering with the Weathera-
dio’s internal components can cause a mal-
function and might invalidate its warranty. If
your Weatheradio is not performing as it
should, take it to your local RadioShack store
for assistance.
Problem(s)
Suggestion(s)
No power.
Make sure the Weatheradio is connected to AC power and a backup battery
is installed. See “Powering the Weatheradio” on Page 10.
No weather broadcast
when you press
WEATHER.
Make sure the telescoping antenna is fully extended. See “Selecting a Loca-
tion” on Page 11.
Make sure the Weatheradio is set to the NOAA channel that is being broad-
cast in your area. See “Programming the Weatheradio” on Page 13.
CHECK
OP
(check operation)
appears.
The Weatheradio has not received any type of SAME alert signal (including
test or demo signals) for about one week. Make sure the FIPS code(s)
stored in memory are correct. See “Programming the Weatheradio” on
Page 13.
Make sure the telescoping antenna is fully extended. See “Selecting a Loca-
tion” on Page 11.
The Weatheradio does
not receive WWVB.
In some areas, your Weatheradio might receive WWVB only during nighttime
hours.
On very cloudy and stormy days, the radio signal might not be strong enough
to set the clock.
Make sure the time antenna is mounted near a window (see “Selecting a Lo-
cation” on Page 11).
The Weatheradio is not
responding properly to
NWS weather alert
broadcasts.
Make sure you programmed the correct FIPS code(s) into the Weatheradio’s
memory. See “Programming the Weatheradio” on Page 13.
Make sure ALERT/PROGRAM is set to ALERT.
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