Alba HD-716 Instruction manual

Pocket DAB Radio

Instruction manual

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Looking forward to your new Alba Pocket DAB Radio? Great. Then
let’s get you started.

Just follow this simple step-by-step guide and you’ll be good to go.

Help and Guidance

We’re here to help you get the most from your Pocket DAB Radio. Should you require any
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Contents

Safety information

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Power source 8

Moisture and water 8

Heat sources and flames 8

Ventilation 8

General safety information 9

Care and cleaning 9

Getting to know your Pocket DAB Radio

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Ready? Let’s begin... 12

Check the package contents 14

Charging the battery 14

Check the battery status 15

Switch on 15

Switch off 15

Time and date 16

Using the menu 16

Using your Pocket DAB Radio

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Using the DAB radio 20

Changing DAB stations 20

Scanning for DAB stations 20

Prune DAB stations 21

Storing a DAB station preset 21

Tune to a DAB station preset 22

DAB display information 22

Using the FM radio 24

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Tuning to an FM station 25

Changing the scan setting 25

Audio mode 26

Storing an FM station preset 26

Tune to an FM station preset 27

FM display information 27

System menu options 28

Other information

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Technical specification 32

Product support

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Troubleshooting 36

Help and assistance 37

Disposal 38

Your Alba Guarantee 39

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Safety information

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Safety information

Important - Please read these instructions fully before
installing or operating

Power source

• Only use the USB cable that came with the product. Using an unauthorised cable will
invalidate your guarantee and may irrecoverably damage the product.

• This product has an integral rechargeable battery and should not be disposed of in
the normal household waste but taken to an appropriate recycling facility, where and
when these are available

• Never throw batteries in a fire or attempt to open the outer casing.

Moisture and water

• Do not leave it in low temperatures as moisture can form inside the product, which
may damage the circuit board.

Heat sources and flames

• Do not leave it in high temperatures as electronic devices and plastic parts may warp
in heat.

• Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat
such as sunshine, fire or the like.

• Never place any type of candle or naked flame on the top of, or near, the unit.

Ventilation

• Do not block or cover slots, holes or openings on the product by placing on soft
furnishings such as carpets, rugs or beds as these are provided for functionality and/or
ventilation to ensure safe operation of the product.

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Safety information

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General safety information

• Keep the product and all its parts out of reach of small children.

• This product is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.

• Do not attempt to open the product. This product does not contain any user
serviceable parts. Unauthorised handling of the device may damage it and will void
your warranty.

• Do not use your Radio near emergency/intensive care medical equipment or during
an electrical storm.

Caution

• To avoid possible hearing damage, do not listen to the Pocket DAB Radio at high
volume levels for long periods of time. Always keep the volume within reasonable
limits.

Care and cleaning

• Occasionally wipe the cabinet with a lint free cloth.

• Never clean the unit with liquids or solvents.

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Ready? Let’s begin...

Please read these instructions carefully. They contain important information which will
help you get the best from your product and ensure safe and correct installation and
operation.

If you require any further assistance, our technical experts are happy to help. For full
details, refer to the product support section at the end of these instructions.

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1. Headphone socket

2. USB charging socket

3. On/Off switch

4. Tune +

5. Menu/Select

6. Volume +

7. Display

8. Tune -

9. Volume -

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Check the package contents

The package contains:

• 1 x ALBA Pocket DAB Radio

• 1 x Earphones

• 1 x USB charging cable

• 1 x Instruction manual

Charging the battery

Your pocket radio has an integral rechargeable battery. Before you use your radio for the
first time, you need to charge the battery. From a full charge you will be able to listen to
your radio continuously for approximately 5 hours.

1. Connect the micro USB end of the charging cable to the USB socket on the end of the

pocket radio (next to the On/Off switch).

2. Plug the standard USB end of the charging cable into a computer or other USB

charging device.

3. Plug the earphones supplied into the headphone socket on the end of the pocket

radio. The earphones also work as the radio aerial and so these need to be connected
when you first switch your radio on and it scans for DAB radio stations.

4. Slide the On/Off switch on the pocket radio to On. When the radio has powered up

and has scanned for DAB stations, ‘Charging’ will be displayed. The display will change
from ‘Charging’ to ‘Full Charge’, when the battery has been fully charged.

Note: If the battery is completely exhausted, you will need to wait a short while after
it has been on charge, before the radio will power on and you are able to see that the
product is charging. It will take approximately 2 hours to fully charge the battery.

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Check the battery status

With the USB cable unplugged and the product switched on, you can check the battery
status % at any time.

1. Press and release the ‘Menu/Select’ button until the battery charge status information
is displayed e.g.: Battery 25.

Switch on

Note: Plug the earphones supplied into the headphone socket on the end of the
pocket radio. The earphones also work as the radio aerial and so these need to be
connected when you first switch your radio on and it scans for DAB radio stations.

1. Slide the power switch on the end of the pocket radio to ‘On’. ‘Welcome to Digital
Radio’ will be displayed and your pocket radio will automatically begin to scan for DAB
radio stations. A progress bar will show the progress of the scan and the number of
stations found during the scan will also be displayed.

When the scan is complete your radio will select the first available station and begin to
play. Stations are listed in numerical and then alphabetical order by default.

2. After a short while, when the radio is playing, the display backlight will turn off to save
battery power, when you press and release any button the display backlight will turn
back on.

Switch o

Slide the power switch on the end of the pocket radio to ‘Off’. The radio and display will
switch off.

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Time and date

The first time you listen to DAB radio, the time and date of your product will be
synchronised automatically to that broadcast by the DAB service in 24 hour mode; which
is in line with daylight saving, so there is no need to set the time and date manually.

If you do wish to set the time and date manually, please see page 18.

Using the menu

You can change some of the factory default settings, as well as switching between DAB
and FM mode, on your pocket radio within the product Menu.

To access the Menu in DAB or FM mode:

1. Press and hold the Menu/Select button to access the Menu. ‘<Switch To FM>’ or

‘<Switch To DAB>’ will be displayed, as appropriate.

2. Use the Tune + or Tune – buttons to scroll through the available options in each

mode.

3. Press and release the Menu/Select button to select or confirm an option.

4. Press and hold the Menu/Select button to exit the Menu options, or you can wait and

the product will return to the radio station display after a short period of time.

Change the mode

1. Press and hold the Menu/Select button to change between DAB and FM mode.

‘<Switch To FM>’ or ‘<Switch To DAB>’ will be displayed.

2. Press and release the Menu/Select button to change to DAB or FM mode, as

appropriate. ‘DAB’ or ‘FM’, will be displayed to confirm the mode.

Adjusting the volume

• Press and release the Volume + button to increase the volume.

• Press and release the Volume – button to decrease the volume.

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Using the DAB radio

Check that your Radio is in DAB mode. The first time you use the pocket radio or if the
station list is empty, your radio will automatically begin to scan for DAB radio stations. A
progress bar will show the progress of the scan and the number of stations found during
the scan will also be displayed.

When the scan is complete your radio will select the first available station and begin to
play. Stations are listed in numerical and then alphabetical order by default.

Changing DAB stations

In DAB mode:

1. Press and release the Tune- or Tune+ buttons to scroll through the available stations in

the station list.

2. When the station that you would like to listen to is displayed press and release the

Menu/Select button. There will be a short delay whilst your DAB radio tunes to your
selected station.

Scanning for DAB stations

With DAB radio, additional stations and services regularly become available so it’s a good
idea to carry out a manual scan every now and then to make sure that you have the
most up to date station listing stored within the memory of your pocket radio. If you have
moved your pocket radio to another location, e.g.: if you go on holiday, then it’s also a
good idea to carry out a manual scan.

Note: Plug the earphones supplied into the headphone socket on the end of the
pocket radio. The earphones also work as the radio aerial and so these need to be
connected when you scan for DAB radio stations.

In DAB mode:

1. Press and hold the Menu/Select button to enter the menu. ‘<Switch To FM>’ is

displayed.

2. Press and release the Tune – or Tune +’buttons to scroll to ‘<Full scan>’.

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3. Press and release the Menu/Select button. ‘Scanning…’ will be displayed and a
progress bar will show the progress of the scan and the number of stations found
during the scan will also be displayed.

Prune DAB stations

You can remove the DAB stations in the station list that cannot be received in your area.
These are listed with a ‘?’ prefix.

1. Press and hold the Menu/Select button to enter the menu. ‘<Switch To FM>’ is
displayed.

2. Press and release the Tune – or Tune + buttons to scroll to ‘<Prune>’. Press and release
the Menu/Select button.

3. ‘Prune? Yes <No>’ is displayed. Use the Tune - button to move to <Yes>. Press and
release the Menu/Select button to confirm and prune the station list. Stations with a ‘?’
prefix will now no longer be displayed.

Storing a DAB station preset

Your pocket radio can store up to 10 DAB radio stations in its preset memories for instant
access to your favourite stations.

1. Tune the Radio to the DAB radio station that you wish to preset.

2. Press and hold the Menu/Select button to enter the menu. ‘<Switch To FM>’ is

displayed.

3. Press and release the Tune – or Tune + buttons to scroll to ‘<Preset Store>’. Press and
release the Menu/Select button.

4. ‘Preset Store <1:(Empty)>’ is displayed. Press and release the Tune – or Tune + buttons
to scroll to the preset location that you would like to store the radio station to (1-10).

5. Press and release the Menu/Select button, the display will confirm ‘Preset X stored’,
where ‘X’ is the number of the preset (1-10).

Note: If there is already an existing DAB station stored under a preset, it will be over
written when you store the new station.

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Tune to a DAB station preset

In DAB mode:

1. Press and hold the Menu/Select button to enter the menu. ‘<Switch To FM>’ is

displayed.

2. Press and release the Tune – or Tune + buttons to scroll to ‘<Preset Recall>’. Press and

release the Menu/Select button.

3. ’Preset Recall <1:>’ is displayed together with the name or frequency of the station

stored there, or (Empty) if no previous station has been stored.

4. Press and release the Tune – or Tune + buttons to scroll to the Preset location and

station that you would like to listen to (1-10).

5. Press and release the Menu/Select button. The radio will instantly tune to that station

and begin to play.

Note: If no DAB station has been stored under the preset button, ‘Preset Empty’ will be
displayed, then the radio will revert to the previously selected radio station.

DAB display information

When listening to a DAB station you can change the information that will appear on the
display. There are several different types of information that are sent by the broadcaster.

Dynamic Label Segment (DLS)

This is scrolling text information supplied by the broadcaster. Information could be the
name of an artist or music title, DJ’s name, contact details for the radio station etc.

Signal Strength

An empty will appear on the display to indicate the minimum signal strength for
acceptable listening. The row of solid rectangles indicate the actual signal strength
that you are receiving. The stronger the signal, the further to the right the row of solid
rectangles will be.

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Program Type (PTY)

Such as ‘Rock’, ‘Pop‘, Talk’ or ‘News’

Multiplex Name

Displays the broadcasting area and collection of radio stations on this frequency e.g.: BBC
National DAB, Digital 1 Network.

Channel and Frequency

e.g.: 12B 225.648 MHz

Signal error

This is displayed as a number between 0-99. It would not be possible to satisfactorily
listen to a radio station with a signal error rate of 30 or above.

Signal information

The data rate at which the signal is being transmitted.

Pocket radio battery charge level

Battery 100 indicates a full charge.

Time and date

Supplied by the broadcaster.

1. Repeatedly press and release the Menu/Select button to cycle through the different
information options.

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Dynamic range control (DRC)

In DAB mode:

The dynamic range for each radio programme is set by the broadcaster for each radio
station and may be different for the types of programme broadcast, such as pop or
classical music or a chat show. The dynamic range control signal is transmitted in parallel
with the audio signal for each programme and with your radio you can use this control
signal to expand or compress the dynamic range (the difference between the loudest and
quietest sounds) of the reproduced audio signal. Changing the dynamic range can affect
the ‘loudness’ and/or ‘quality of sound’ of the programme that you hear so that it will be
more suited to your listening conditions and your own personal listening requirements.
e.g. in a noisy environment, where quiet sounds might be swamped, setting the
compression to maximum will ‘boost’ the quiet sounds, whilst keeping the loudest
sounds at their original level.

There are 3 levels of compression:

• DRC off: no compression. This is the default setting.

• DRC low: medium compression.

• DRC high: maximum compression.

1. Press and hold the Menu/Select button to enter the menu. ‘<Switch To FM>’ is

displayed.

2. Press and release the Tune – or Tune + buttons to scroll to ‘<DRC>’. Press and release

the Menu/Select button. The current DRC setting will have an ‘*’ next to it.

3. Press and release the Tune – or Tune + buttons to scroll through the options and press

the Menu/Select button to confirm.

Using the FM radio

Check that your Radio is in FM radio mode. When your radio is in FM mode it can receive
Radio Data System or ‘RDS’ information if this is being transmitted by the broadcaster.
RDS information will often include the station name, detail about the programme and the
current time.

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Tuning to an FM station

Note: Plug the earphones supplied into the headphone socket on the end of the
pocket radio. The earphones also work as the radio aerial and so these need to be
connected when you scan for FM radio stations.

In FM mode:

1. Press, hold and then release the Tune + button to scan up the frequency band. Press,
hold then release the Tune – button to scan down the frequency band. ‘Scanning…’
will be displayed and your radio will search for the next available station and then stop
on that station.

2. Press and release the Tune – or Tune + button to fine tune each frequency in 0.05MHz
steps, if necessary.

Changing the scan setting

In FM mode:

1. Press and hold the Menu/Select button. ‘Switch To DAB’ is displayed.

2. Press and release the Tune – or Tune + buttons to scroll to ‘<Scan setting>’.

3. Press and release the Menu/Select button. There are now two different options to

choose from and the current setting will have an ‘*’ next to it.

Strong stations - the scan will only stop when a strong signal strength is received which
should also result in a better audio quality.

It is possible that the station you are scanning for may be missed using this option.

All stations - the scan will stop for every station it receives, even if the signal strength is
poor.

4. Press and release the Tune – or Tune + buttons to scroll and choose from the two
options available and press the Menu/Select button to confirm.

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Audio mode

The radio will automatically switch between Stereo and Mono, depending on the quality
of the signal being received but you can override this function and manually switch
between ‘Stereo’ and ‘Mono’.

1. Press and hold the Menu/Select button. ‘Switch To DAB’ is displayed.

2. Press and release the Tune – or Tune + buttons to scroll to ‘<Audio setting>’.

3. Press and release the Menu/Select button. There are now two different options of

‘Forced mono’ and ‘Stereo allowed’ and the current setting will have an ‘*’ next to it.

4. Press and release the Tune – or Tune + buttons to scroll to and choose from the two

options available and press the Menu/Select button to confirm.

Storing an FM station preset

Your pocket radio can store up to 10 FM radio stations in its preset memories for instant
access to your favourite stations.

1. Tune the Radio to the FM radio station that you wish to preset.

2. Press and hold the Menu/Select button to enter the menu. ‘<Switch To DAB>’ is

displayed.

3. Press and release the Tune – or Tune + buttons to scroll to ‘<Preset Store>’. Press and

release the Menu/Select button.

4. ‘Preset Store <1:(Empty)>’ is displayed. Press and release the Tune – or Tune + buttons

to scroll to the preset location that you would like to store the radio station to (1-10).

5. Press and release the Menu/Select button, the display will confirm ‘Preset X stored’,

where ‘X’ is the number of the preset (1-10).

Note: If there is already an existing FM station stored under a preset, it will be over
written when you store the new station.

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Tune to an FM station preset

In FM mode:

1. Press and hold the Menu/Select button to enter the menu. ‘<Switch To DAB>’ is
displayed.

2. Press and release the Tune – or Tune + buttons to scroll to ‘<Preset Recall>’. Press and
release the Menu/Select button.

3. ‘Preset Recall <1:>’ is displayed together with the name or frequency of the station
stored there, or (Empty) if no previous station has been stored.

4. Press and release the Tune – or Tune + buttons to scroll to the Preset location and
station that you would like to listen to (1-10).

5. Press and release the Menu/Select button. The radio will tune to that station and begin
to play.

Note: If no FM station has been stored under the preset button, ‘Preset Empty’ will be
displayed, then the radio will revert to the previously selected radio station.

FM display information

When listening to an FM station you can change the information that will appear on the
second line of the display. There are several different types of information that are sent by
the broadcaster.

Radiotext (RT)

This is scrolling text information supplied by the broadcaster. Information could be the
name of an artist or music title, DJ’s name, contact details for the radio station etc.

Program Type (PTY)

Such as ‘Rock’, ‘Pop‘, Talk’ or ‘News’

Station name or frequency

Such as BBC R4 or 92-95MHz

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Audio mode

The radio will automatically switch between Stereo and Mono, depending on the quality
of the signal being received but you can override this function and manually switch
between ‘Stereo’ and ‘Mono’. Please refer to ‘Audio Mode’ on page 26.

Pocket radio battery charge level

Battery 100 indicates a full charge.

Time and date

Supplied by the broadcaster.

1. Repeatedly press and release the Menu/Select button to cycle through the different

information options.

System menu options

There are several system menu setting options available on your pocket radio that you
can change.

To access the System Menu in DAB or FM mode:

1. Press and hold the Menu/Select button to access the Menu. ‘<Switch To FM>’ or

‘<Switch To DAB>’, as appropriate, will be displayed.

2. Use the Tune + or Tune – buttons to scroll to ‘<System>’.

3. Press and release the Menu/Select button.

4. Use the Tune + or Tune – buttons to scroll through the available options.

5. Press and release the Menu/Select button to select or confirm an option.

Available options are:

<Time>

<Set Time/Date> to manually set the time and date

<Auto update> to auto update the time from the DAB signal, FM signal, DAB or FM signal

or no update.

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<Set 12/24 hour> to choose between a 12 or 24 hour clock display

<Set date format>to choose between a DD-MM-YYYY or MM-DD-YYYY date display.

<Backlight>

<Timeout> 10 sec, 20 sec, 30 sec, 45 sec, 60 sec, 90 sec, 120 sec, 180 sec and

permanently ‘On’ settings are available.

<On level> High, Medium and Low brightness settings are available.

<Language> changes the display language. English, French, German and Italian options

are available.

<Factory Reset> restores the original factory default settings.

Note: When you reset your radio, all of your DAB and FM radio station presets will be
deleted.

<SW version> displays the software version of your pocket radio.

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Technical specification

Micro USB charging socket: Input DC 5V 1A

Headphone socket: 3.5mm

Frequency range: DAB: Band III, 174 MHz to 240 MHz

FM: 87.5 MHz to 108 MHz

Integral rechargeable

lithium battery: 3.7V 1050 mAh

This product is intended for use within the UK. This equipment complies with the essential
requirements of the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU.

Declaration of Conformance

Hereby, Argos Ltd, declares that this Pocket DAB Radio is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU.
The complete declaration of conformity can be obtained by contacting
http://www.argos-support. co.uk/

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Troubleshooting

If you are experiencing problems with your pocket DAB radio, there are some quick and
easy checks that you can do, which may help to solve the problem.

No sound / power:

Adjust the volume using the Volume + button. .

The rechargeable battery may be exhausted, please recharge the battery, see page 14.

Radio reception is poor:

Are the headphones connected? Plug the earphones supplied into the headphone socket
on the end of the pocket radio. The earphones also work as the radio aerial and so these
need to be connected when you scan for DAB or FM radio stations

Retune for radio stations, see pages 20 and 25.

Check that you do not have other electrical equipment too close to your pocket radio,
causing interference.

The rechargeable battery may be exhausted, please recharge the battery, see page 14.

Visit www.digitalradionow.com for information about DAB reception in your area.

The function buttons do not respond:

The rechargeable battery may be exhausted, please recharge the battery, see page 14.

Try a reset to factory defaults. See page 29.

Note: All of your settings, including the radio station list and any presets will be deleted
when you reset the Radio.

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Help and assistance

If you require any technical guidance or find that your Pocket DAB Radio is not operating
as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the Troubleshooting section of these
instructions or online at www.argos-support.co.uk

If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 600 3021*. To help
give us give you a fast and efficient service please have the following information ready:

Model Ref.

Serial number

Date of purchase

Local call rates applies*

Lines open 8am-7pm Monday to Saturday and
10am-4pm Sunday.

*Calls to Argos enquiry lines may attract a charge and set up fee from residential lines depending on
your call plan/tari. Mobile and other providers costs may vary, see www.bt.com/pricing for details.

For security and training purposes, telephone calls to and from customer service centres may be
recorded and monitored. Calls from Republic of Ireland will attract international call charges.

You can find these
on the rating plate - a
small information
panel (usually a sticker
or metal plate) on the
rear of your product.

This will be shown on
your receipt

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Product support

Help is always at hand

Product support

If you require any technical guid ance or find that your product is not operating as intended, a simp le solution can often be found i n the

Trou ble sho ot ing

Disposal

• Disposal of your old product. Your product is designed and manufactured with
high quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused

• When this crossed out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means
the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.

• Please make yourself aware of the local collection system for electrical and
electronic products.

• Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your old
products with your normal household waste.

• The correct disposal of your old product will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health.

• Batteries contain substances that may be harmful to the environment and
human health. Keep out of the reach of children and seek immediate medical
help if swallowed.

• Batteries should not be disposed of in the normal household waste but taken
to appropriate local recycling facilities, where and when these are available.

• Never throw batteries in a fire or attempt to open the outer casing

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Product support

Help is always at hand

Product support

section of these instructions, or online at www.argos-support.co.uk If you still require further assistance , call one of our experts on 0345 600 3021.

Your Alba Guarantee

This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase. Any
defect that arises due to faulty materials or workmanship will be repaired free of charge (or
if applicable the product will be replaced or the purchase price refunded) where possible
during this period by the dealer from who your purchased the unit.

The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:

• The guarantee does not cover accidental damage, misuse, cabinet parts, knobs or
consumable items.

• The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the
instructions contained in the manual.

• It must be used solely for domestic purposes. The guarantee will be rendered invalid if
the product is re-sold or has been damaged by inexpert repair.

• Specifications are subject to change without notice.

• Alba disclaim any liability for loss or damage arising from the breakdown of the
product.

• This guarantee is in addition to and does not diminish your statutory or legal rights.

Guarantor: Argos Limited - 489 - 499 Avebury Blvd. - Milton Keynes - MK9 2NW

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Contact:

www.argos-support.co.uk

Helpline: 0345 600 3021