Replacing And Installing Clock Backup Battery - iHome iBT290 Instruction Manual

Replacing and Installing Clock Backup Battery

Note: The CR2450 lithium battery is included in the unit. Please pull out the battery pull tab
before you use the unit.
This model is equipped with a battery backup circuit that will maintain the time and alarm time
settings in the event of a temporary power interruption. The battery backup circuit will also
operate the buzzer alarm to wake you up at the selected wake up time even if the power is out.
The battery backup circuit requires one CR2450 lithium battery, included.
When the backup battery is getting weak the Low Backup Battery Indicator will begin flashing
in the display. When you see this flashing indicator you should replace the backup battery as
soon as possible. Purchase a replacement CR2450 battery, available wherever batteries are sold,
and follow steps 1 through 4 below to install the replacement battery.
To replace the backup battery:
IMPORTANT: When replacing the backup battery be sure to have the unit connected to the AC outlet to maintain all of your
settings, otherwise it will be necessary to reset the time and alarm time after the battery is replaced.
1. Place unit face down. Locate the battery backup compartment found on the bottom of the unit.
2. Use a Phillips screwdriver to open the battery compartment cover. Remove the cover and remove the exhausted CR2450 battery.
3. Insert a fresh CR2450 battery in the backup battery compartment with the "+" side facing up, as illustrated.
4. Replace the battery compartment cover and screw the compartment door back in place. Do not overtighten. Confirm that the
backup battery indicator is not flashing in the display.
Note: Make sure you dispose of battery properly (see your local regulations).
WARNING: Lithium batteries can explode or cause burns if disassembled, shorted, recharged, exposed to water, fire,or high
temperatures. Do not place loose batteries in a pocket, purse, or other container containing metalobjects, mix with used or other
battery types, or store with hazardous or combustible materials. Store incool, dry, ventilated area. Follow applicable laws and
regulations for transport and disposal.
WARNING
• Keep new and used batteries away from children.
• Do not ingest the battery, Chemical Burn Hazard
• This product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can
lead to death.
• If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children.
• If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.
• CAUTION-Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type following the diagram above.
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Replacing Backup Battery