Weather X Home Safety Product WF308 User Manual

WF308  
INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
Contents  
Warnings & Precautions...................................................................................2  
Important Safety Instructions............................................................................3  
In the Box & Features.......................................................................................4  
Powering the Unit.............................................................................................5  
Setting the Clock and Tuning the AM/FM Radio...............................................6  
Tuning the WB Radio and Using the Emergency Siren....................................7  
Using the Lantern and Torch ............................................................................8  
Using the Dynamo Hand Crank........................................................................9  
Controls and Definitions ............................................................................ 10-11  
Warranty & Service information......................................................................12  
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Important Safety Instructions  
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instruction should be read  
receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some  
before the product is operated.  
protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of  
the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with  
regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding  
of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an  
antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-  
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for  
the grounding electrode.  
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instruction should be  
retained for future reference.  
3. Heed Warnings - All warning on the product and in the operating  
instructions should be adhered to.  
4. Follow instructions - All operating and use instructions should be  
followed.  
5. Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do  
not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Clean only with a dry cloth.  
6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the product  
manufacturer as they may cause hazards.  
7. Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water - for example,  
near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement,  
or near a swimming pool, and the like. The apparatus shall not be exposed  
to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as  
vases, shall be placed on apparatus.  
See figure:  
16. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning storm,  
or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it  
from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will  
prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.  
8. Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand tripod,  
bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child  
or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand,  
tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with  
the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s  
instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the  
manufacturer.  
17. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located in the  
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits,  
or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing  
an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from  
touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.  
9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops,  
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart  
combination to overturn.  
18. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral  
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.  
See figure:  
19. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this  
product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or  
short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid  
of any kind on the product.  
20. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or  
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.  
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  
10. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation  
and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from  
overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The  
openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa,  
rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in  
installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided  
or the manufacturer’s instruction have been adhered to.  
21. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet  
and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following  
conditions:  
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,  
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,  
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,  
11. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the type of  
power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type  
of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power  
company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other  
sources, refer to the operating instruction.  
d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating  
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating  
instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in  
damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to  
restore the product to its normal operation.  
12. Grounding or Polarization - This product may be equipped with a  
polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than  
the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a  
safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try  
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician  
to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the  
polarizes plug.  
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and  
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this  
indicates a need for service.  
22. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the  
service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer  
or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized  
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.  
Alternate Warnings - This product is equipped with a three-wire  
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug  
will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature.  
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician  
to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the  
grounding-type plug.  
23. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product,  
ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the  
product is in proper operating condition.  
24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The product should be mounted to a wall or  
ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.  
13. Power-Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so that  
they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or  
against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience  
receptacles, and point where they exit from the product.  
25. Heat - The product should be situated away from heat sources such as  
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers)  
that produce heat. Battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as  
sunshine, fire, or the like.  
14. Protective Attachment Plug - The product is equipped with an attachment  
plug having overload protection. This is a safety feature. See Instruction  
Manual for replacement or resetting of protective device. If replacement of  
the plug is required, be sure the service technician has used a replacement  
plug specified by the manufacturer that has the same overload protection as  
the original plug.  
26. Main plug is used as disconnect device and it should remain readily  
operable during intended use. In order to disconnect the apparatus from  
the mains completely, the mains plug should be disconnected from the  
mains socket outlet completely.  
27. Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause  
hearing loss.  
15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna is connected to the  
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In the Box  
• WF308  
• Documentation  
Features  
• AM/FM Radio with Digital Readout  
• Instant WeatherBand  
• 7-LED Front Torch with Multi-Inten-  
sity Light Switch  
• Heavy-Duty, Hand-Crank Dynamo  
Motor for power generation  
• NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack  
built-in  
• 5-LED Top Lantern  
• Built-In Speaker  
• DC: Uses 4 x “C” Batteries , (not  
included)  
• DC Input Jack, (AC & DC Adaptors,  
not included)  
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Powering the Unit  
The internal NiMH battery in the unit can  
be charged by plugging the unit into a  
standard AC (120V - 60Hz) outlet using  
the DC Power Jack.  
This requires an AC or DC Adapter (not  
included)  
Batteries  
The unit can be powered by 4 C-Sized batteries, or the internal NiMH battery.  
DC 1.5V  
C-Size x 4  
(Not Included)  
NiMH 3.6V  
120mAH  
Do not mix old and new batteries.  
Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc)  
batteries.  
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Setting the Clock  
1. Power the unit off by turning the Power/Volume Dial counter clockwise.  
2. Press and hold the Time Set Button.  
3. While holding the Time Set Button, press the Hour Button to adjust the hour and  
the Minute Button to adjust the minute.  
4. Once the time is set, release the Time Set Button.  
Tuning the AM/FM Radio  
1. Power the unit on by turning the Power/Volume Dial clockwise.  
2. Adjust the FM/AM/WB Switch to FM or AM.  
3. Turn the Tuning Dial to adjust the FM or AM radio frequency.  
The current FM or AM radio frequency will be displayed on the LCD Display.  
AM  
KHz  
511  
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Tuning the WB (WeatherBand) Radio  
1. Power the unit on by turning the Power/Volume Button clockwise.  
2. Adjust the FM/AM/WB Switch to WB.  
3. Turn the Tuning Dial to adjust the WB radio frequency.  
The WB radio frequency will not display on the LCD Display.  
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Using the Lantern and Torch  
1. With the unit powered off or on, adjust the Torch/Lantern Switch to Hi, Lo, Off,  
or Lantern.  
Torch Hi  
Torch Lo  
Lantern  
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Using the Dynamo Hand Crank  
1. Fold the Dynamo Hand Crank arm down.  
2. Turn the Dynamo Hand Crank clockwise continuously to charge the internal  
NiMH battery.  
3. If the internal batteries are completely dead, turning the Dynamo Hand Crank  
continuously will power the unit.  
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Location of Controls  
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3
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10  
11  
12  
4
5
13  
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14  
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Control Definitions  
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Dynamo Hand Crank  
Turn the Dynamo Hand Crank clockwise to power the unit and charge the internal battery.  
Torch/Lantern Switch  
Adjust the Torch/Lantern Switch to turn the torch or lantern on, and to adjust the intensity of the torch.  
LCD Display  
Use the LCD Display to view the time and AM/FM radio frequency.  
Tuning Dial  
Turn the Tuning Dial to adjust the AM, FM, and WB radio frequency.  
Power/Volume Dial  
Turn the Power/Volume Dial to turn the unit off and on, and adjust the volume.  
Torch  
Multi-Intensity 7 LED flashlight.  
Hand Strap  
Use the Hand Strap to secure the unit to your wrist.  
Lantern  
5 LED lantern.  
Time Set Button  
Press and hold the Time Set Button when setting the clock.  
10 Min. Button  
When setting the clock, press the Min. Button to adjust the minute.  
11 DC Power Jack  
Use the DC Power Jack to power or charge the unit. (Requires an AC/DC adapter, not included)  
12 Hour Button  
When setting the clock, press the Hour Button to adjust the hour.  
13 FM/AM/WB Radio Switch  
Adjust the FM/AM/WB Radio Switch to listen to the FM, AM, or WB (WeatherBand) radio.  
14 Battery Compartment  
Requires 4 C-Size batteries, not included. Read page 5 before operating the unit on battery  
power.  
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90 Day Limited Warranty  
Service Information  
Address 2116 Carr Street, St. Louis MO, 63106  
Phone  
Fax  
1-314-621-2881  
1-314-588-1805  
Email  
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