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Rechargeable Flashlight with AM/FM/TV Sound, Instant Weather Radio, Digital Alarm Clock, and Night Light OWNER'S MANUAL RP3228 (Black) RP3228SL (Silver) Visit our web site at www.emersonradio.com RP3228_030205.p65 2/3/2005, 10:33...
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. The lightning flash with arrow- WARNING: TO REDUCE THE head symbol, within an equi-...
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‘ On’ and ‘ Off’ automatically according to you room light conditions. Our engineers have included many useful features in this Emerson flashlight radio combination. Please be sure to read this owner’ s manual completely and carefully, to make sure you fully understand the operation of this product, and that you get the maximum benefit from all the features we have included.
IMPORTANT NOTES • Operate controls and switches as described in the manual. • Avoid installing this unit in places exposed to direct sunlight or close to heat radiating appliances such as NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment.
PREPARATION FOR USE IMPORTANT! This flashlight/radio has built in rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries. The batteries were fully charged when they were installed in the unit at our factory. However, when not connected to an AC outlet the batteries will slowly discharge even though the unit is not being used. We suggest that you connect this unit to your AC outlet and allow it to charge for 24 hours, or at least over-night, before you use it.
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To connect this unit to your AC outlet unfold the built-in AC plug located on the bottom cabinet as shown and connect to your outlet. Note: This device has a polarized plug and can only be connected to a normal polarized residential/household polarized outlet with the wider slot on the left side.
Power Source This device is designed to operate on normal 120V 60Hz AC power only. Do not attempt to operate the radio on any other power source. You could cause damage to the device that is not covered by your warranty. If the plug will not fit, you may have an older non-polarized AC outlet.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Flashlight Operation The flashlight has 3 operating modes: ON – When the flashlight control switch is set to the ‘ ON’ position, the light is “on’ constantly. FLASH – When the flashlight control switch is set to the ‘ FLASH’ position the light flashes on and off continuously.
Night Light This unit includes a built-in Night Light with automatic light sensor that turns the Night Light on and off automatically when needed. To prevent unnecessary battery drain, the Night Light only operates when the unit is connected to the AC outlet. RP3228_030205.p65 2/3/2005, 10:32...
Radio Operation 1.) Turn on the radio by rotating the VOLUME control clockwise. 2.) Slide the Band Selector switch to select the desired band (AM, FM/TV 1 or TV 2). • Select AM to tune AM radio stations. • Select FM/TV 1 to tune FM radio stations and TV channels 2 through 6. •...
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If you do not hear the weather reports when you press the WEATHER button, very slowly rotate the WB FINE TUNING control on the left side cabinet of the radio until you are receiving the frequency of the National Weather Radio transmitter that is broadcasting in your area.
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Antenna Information AM – This unit has a built-in ferrite rod antenna, which eliminates the need for an external antenna, and provides adequate reception in most areas. If reception is weak, turn the unit to improve reception. FM, TV, WEATHER BAND – The telescopic antenna on the right side of the unit is for these bands only.
Clock Operation Setting The Date And Time Note: The month and date are displayed numerically (MM/DD). For example, February 28 1.) Press the MODE button four times. The Month display appears. 2.) Press the SET button repeatedly to advance the display to the correct month. 3.) Press the MODE button again.
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Setting The Alarm Time 1.) Press the MODE button twice. The AL indicator appears. The Hour digit flashes. 2.) Press the SET button repeatedly to advance the display to the correct hour, AM “A” or PM “P”. 3.) Press the MODE button again. The Minutes display flashes.
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To Activate The Alarm Time 1.) Press the MODE button once. The AL indicator appears. The Alarm time flashes. 2.) Press the SET button until the appears. 3.) Press the MODE button repeatedly to return to current time. 4.) When the Alarm time reached, the buzzer sounds for 30 seconds and then stops.
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To Activate The Hourly Chime 1.) Press the MODE button once. The AL indicator appears. The Alarm time flashes. 2.) Press the SET button until the appears. 3.) Press the MODE button repeatedly to return to current time. 4.) During “:00” second of every hour, a “BEEP” sound will be heard. RP3228_030205.p65 indicator 2/3/2005, 10:33...
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To Activate The Alarm Time And Hourly Chime 1.) Press the MODE button once. The AL indicator appears. The Alarm time flashes. 2.) Press the SET button once, the appears. Alarm time is activated. 3.) Press the SET button once more, both indicators appear.
To Deactivate The Alarm Time And Hourly Chime 1.) Press the MODE button once. The AL indicator appears. The Alarm time flashes. 2.) Press the SET button once, the disappears. Alarm time is deactivated but Hourly Chime is still activated. 3.) Press the SET button once more, the indicator disappears.
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4.) Connect the new battery pack’ s plug into the socket and place the battery pack into the compartment. Note: The replacement Ni-Cd rechargeable battery packs are available from the Emerson Customer Service Department. Please call 1-800-898-9020 and specify that you need the replacement battery pack for model number RP3228 rechargeable flashlight/radio.
TO FIND THE LOCATION AND PHONE NUMBER OF Y OUR NEA RES T SERVI CE CE NT ER PERMITTED TO PERFORM WARRANTY... CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-695-0098 PLEASE CALL: 1-800-898-9020 Emerson Radio Corp. Consumer Affairs Dept. 1901 Diplomat Drive, 2/3/2005, 10:33...
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For repair or replacement, pack your unit in a padded box, enclose your check or money order payable to Emerson Radio Corp. in the amount of $5.00 (not required by California residents) to cover shipping and handling costs, and enclose a copy of your proof of purchase.
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EMERSON Part No. 16-2971 503-02 Printed in China RP3228_030205.p65 2/3/2005, 10:33...