Sony DREAM MACHINE ICF-C295 Operating Instructions

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FM/AM Clock Radio
Operating Instructions
Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
ICF-C295
Sony Corporation © 1998 Printed in Malaysia
WARRANTY
WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

To prevent fire or shock
hazard,
For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the
appliance, and keep this manual for future reference.
do not expose the unit
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance and described in
the operating instructions supplied with the appliance by Sony.
to rain or moisture.
INSTALLATION
Water and Moisture
Do not install the appliance near water: for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
Heat
Do not install the appliance near sources of heat such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other appliances that produce heat.
Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for necessary ventilation.
To ensure reliable and safe operation of the appliance, and to protect it from overheating, these
slots and openings must never be blocked or covered.
Do not place the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface which may block the slots
and openings.
This symbol is intended to alert the
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet, unless
user to the presence of uninsulated
proper ventilation is provided.
"dangerous voltage" within the
Carts and Stands
product's enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
Do not install the appliance on an unstable table, shelf, cart or stand. Use only a cart or stand
risk of electric shock to persons.
recommended by Sony.
An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and
This symbol is intended to alert the
uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
Wall or Ceiling Mounting
instructions in the literature
If your appliance can be mounted to a wall or ceiling, mount it only as recommended by Sony.
accompanying the appliance.
USE
∗ The graphical symbols are at the bottom of the
unit.
Power Source
Connect the appliance to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions
You are cautioned that any changes or
or as marked on the appliance.
modifications not expressly approved in this
Grounding or Polarization
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
Do not defeat the grounding or polarization feature of the AC power cord. If your AC receptacle
will not accept the power cord plug, contact your electrician to install a proper AC receptacle.
AC Receptacle
Check to make sure that the AC receptacle holds the power cord plug firmly and securely. If the
power cord plug is loose, contact your electrician to replace the defective and unsafe AC
receptacle.
Before You Begin
Power-Cord Protection
Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by having objects placed
Thank you for choosing the Sony Dream
on it, paying particular attention to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits from
Machine! The Dream Machine will give you
the appliance.
many hours of reliable service and listening
When not in use
pleasure.
Before operating the Dream Machine, please read
Unplug the power cord of the appliance from the outlet when left unused for a long period of
these instructions thoroughly and retain them for
time.
future reference.
To disconnect the cord, pull it out by grasping the plug. Never pull the plug out by the cord.
Foreign Objects
Features Be careful that foreign objects and liquids do not enter the enclosure through openings.
Cleaning
• Full power back-up function to keep the clock,
Clean the appliance only as recommended by Sony.
the alarm (radio and buzzer) and the radio
operating during a power interruption, using a
ANTENNAS
6F22 battery (not supplied).
Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outdoor antenna or cable system is installed, follow the precautions below.
Precautions
An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits.
• Operate the unit on the power sources
WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE
specified in "Specifications".
TAKEN TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT
• The name plate indicating operating voltage,
WITH THEM IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL.
etc. is located at the bottom of the unit.
Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges
• To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the
and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code provides information with
plug, not by the cord.
respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
• Do not place the unit on surfaces (rugs,
an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
blankets, etc.) or near materials (curtains,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
draperies) that block the ventilation holes.
Antenna Grounding According to the National
• Should anything fall into the unit, unplug the
unit and have it checked by qualified personnel
Electrical Code
before operating it further.
• To clean the casing, use a soft cloth dampened
with a mild detergent solution.
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC
power source (mains) as long as it is connected
to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has
been turned off.
Battery Warning
When the unit is to be left unplugged for a long
time, remove the battery to avoid undue battery
discharge and damage to the unit from battery
leakage.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your unit, please consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
—NEC National Electrical Code—
SERVICE
Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet and consult qualified service personnel when:
-the power cord or the plug has been damaged.
-a solid object or liquid has fallen into the cabinet.
-the appliance has been exposed to rain or moisture.
-the appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.
-the appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
Do not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. For
all other servicing refer to qualified service personnel only.
Antenna Lead-in Wire
Antenna Discharge Unit
Ground Clamps
(NEC* Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductors
Electric Service (NEC* Section 810-21)
Equipment
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding
Electrode System
(NEC* Art 250 Part H)