Bush KS536 Instruction manual

Instruction Manual

KS536

You will be soon be enjoying your BUSH DAB Mini Mono Radio.
It all begins here ,with your instructions Don’t worry ,there’s nothing too
technical coming up, just simple step by step guidance to get you up and running
quickly ,Sound good?
Then Let’s get started .

Help and Guidance

We’re here to help you get the most from your BUSH DAB Mini Mono Radio.

Should you require any guidance, a simple solution can often be found

online at :

www.argos-support.co.uk

If you still require further assistance ,call one of our expert on 0345 604 0105.

If you require any technical guidance or find that your product 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 604 0105.

Contents

Safety information

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Safety information

Getting to know your DAB Mini Mono Radio

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Ready? Let’s begin
Product Overview
Setting Time

Using your DAB Mono Radio

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GETTING STARTED
Using the Radio - DAB Mode
Using the Radio - FM Mode
Using the Radio - PROGRAMMED STATION FUNCTION
System Setting
Care and Maintenance

Other information

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Specifications

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Product support

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Troubleshooting
Disposal 25
Help and assistance 26

Guarantee 27

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Safety Information 1

Important safety information

Your BUSH DAB Mini Mono Radio should be treated with care. The information
below has been provided in the interest of safety and will help you to enjoy this
product and the benefits it brings for many years.

Keep the product and all its parts out of reach of 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.

Keep it dry ,avoid exposure to precipitation ,humidity and liquids which could
all affect the product circuitry.

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

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

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

Do not store in dusty or dirty areas.

Do not attempt to remove any covers.

Remove the battery from the battery compartment, when the product is

unused for a long period of time and during thunder storms.

Do not immerse the main unit , any accessories in Water or any other liquid.

Do not expose this product to dripping or splashing or stand any vessel
containing liquid on or near this product.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE COVER(OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER

SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

To prevent possible hearing
damage, do not listen at
high volume levels of
long periods.

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safety information

Getting to know your

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BUSH DAB MINI MONO RADIO

Getting to know your BUSH DAB MINI MONO RADIO

You ‘ll be up and running in no time

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 .

Product Overview
Front View Side View

Top view

1. Info /Menu button

2. Alarm button

3. Preset button

4. Volume down (-) button

5. Volume up (+) button

6. Power/Mode button

7. Sleep /snooze button

8. Scan button

9. Previous () button

10. Next () button

11. On/off switch

12. DC in socket

13. Headphone Port

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Getting to know your BUSH DAB MINI MONO RADIO

You ‘ll be up and running in no time

· Rear View

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ottom View

14. Battery compartment

15. Telescopic antenna

onnecting to your Mains adaptor

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ains adaptor supplied Operation

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Before using ,connect the supplied power cable to the mains cable socket at side of
the radio and the main adaptor to the wallet socket.

Remark: If the AC adaptor voltage is over than 6V, it will possible make the main
unit damage.

attery supplied Operation

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To use the appliance with batteries ensure that the power cord is Not connected to
the mains and install the batteries into the battery compartment.
1 .Lift off the battery compartment cover from the reverse of the radio.

2. Insert 4 x AA 1.5V alkaline batteries (not included) in accordance with the diagram
in the battery compartment. Take care to observe the correct polarity (+/ -).

3. Refit the battery compartment cover.
4 .Do not expose the batteries or the installed batteries to excessive heat (e.g. fire,
sunshine or position close to radiators etc.).

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Getting to know your Bush DAB Mini Mono Radio

Getting to know your BUSH DAB MINI MONO RADIO

You ‘ll be up and running in no time

Notes:
All DAB radio’s use more power during use than ‘traditional’ radios and so will run
batteries down within a few hours. Therefore use of mains power (or batteries) is
recommended for extended listening.

Always switch off using the ON/OFF switch at side when not in use. Standby mode
continues to use power and (if in battery mode) will flatten the batteries within a
couple of days.

ATTERY SAFETY AND DISPOSAL

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CAUTION – Danger of explosion if batteries are incorrectly fitted / replaced.
Only use ‘AA’ 1.5V batteries in this appliance.
Be sure to insert batteries correctly taking care to observe the correct polarity (+ and

-).
Use only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended.
Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
Remove rechargeable batteries from appliance before recharging.
Never mix old and new batteries (replace all batteries at the same time).
Never try to dismantle batteries.
Do not short-circuit the supply terminals.
Always remove exhausted or dead batteries from the product.
Remove bat
Dispose of batteries responsibly at local authority household waste recycling facility.
Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as the batteries may explode.

teries from the product before extended storage.

etting Time

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The Clock in this radio is equipped to receive a DAB and FM radio frequency time
signal.

1. Place the appliance on a flat and table surface.

2. Connect the mains lead into the socket at the side of the radio, plug in and switch
on at the mains .The display backlight will illuminate for a few seconds , a
message ”Welcome to Digital Radio ‘ will appear in the display briefly and the clock
(00:00:00) will flash in the display and a message “time is not set ‘ will appear.
3 When you first turn your BUSH DAB MINI MONO RADIO on ,it will be
automatically synchronised to the local time by searching the DAB signal.

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Using your

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Using your BUSH DAB Mini Mono DAB Radio
Let’s get started

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asic operation –getting started

1.Connect the mains adaptor to the DC jack, fully extend the telescopic antenna, plug
in and switch on at the mains and at the ON/OFF switch at the side of the radio.

2.Slide the ON/OFF switch on side of units to ON position. The display backlight will
illuminate for a few seconds, a welcome message ”Welcome to Digital Radio ‘ will
appear in the display briefly and the clock (00:00:00) will flash in the display . the DAB
mode will automatically be selected and the first time the radio is connected to the
supply the radio will perform a quick scan The display w
that indicates the progress of the scan, the name of the last station found and the total
number of stations found so far.

3.When the scan is finished the radio will play the first alphanumerically found station.
If the radio does not find any stations, ‘No DAB Station’ displayed.

4. Adjust the volume to the desired level using the VOL (+ / -) buttons

5. Press the Previous (
Once the station of choice is located , Press the Enter button to select the station .

6. To switch your radio between DAB and FM mode, press Mode (

7. Press and hold the Mode (
‘Standby’ mode.

8. To completely switch of the radio and the display, slide the switch on the side of the
radio to ‘Off’.

) or Next ( ) buttons to scroll through the located stations.

) Standby button on the top of the radio will go into

ill show ‘Scanning a slide bar

) button .

sing the radio - DAB MODE

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DAB differs from analogue radio, the separate signals from a number of stations are

grouped together and transmitted as a single frequency. These groups are referred to
as multiplexes and ensembles. Each time a group has been found the name of the
group will be shown on the lower half of the display.

AB Mode - Auto tune

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This function allows the radio to search automatically for DAB, Band III channels.

1.In DAB mode, Press the ‘Scan’ button to begin a local search for stations. The display
will change to ‘Scanning…’A progress bar will show the progress of the scan and the
number of stations found during the scan will also be displayed.

2.When the scan is finished, the radio will return to the station played before the scan
was initiated but any new stations found will have been added.

DAB Mode –Manual tune

This function allows a specific or new ensemble to be manually added to the stations
already available on the radio.

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1. In DAB mode , press and hold INFO/Menu button and press the Previous ( ) or
Next (

2. Use the Previous (
the display and then press the Enter button The frequency and name of the ensemble
and the signal strength will be displayed in display .
Press the Enter button again to add the ensemble and automatically tune to the
station.

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This function allows unavailable stations to be removed from the station list . press
and hold INFO/Menu button into tuning menu .

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the Enter button to confirm .

2. Press the Previous (
If (No) is select the operation will be cancelled.

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This function allows unavailable stations to be removed from the station list .

1.In DAB Mode, press and hold Info/menu button, then press the Previous

2.
Enter button to confirm your choice.

DAB Mode –display mode

This function allows information relating to the current station to be shown in the
second line of the display.
Press the INFO/Menu button repeatedly to scroll through the following.

) buttons. Until “Manual tune is displayed ,press Enter button to accept .

) or Next ( ) buttons until the desired frequency shown in

AB Mode –Prune

Press the Previous (

AB Mode –DRC

Next ( ) buttons until “DRC” is displayed and press the Enter button to confirm.

Press the Previous ( ) or Next ( ) buttons to cycle ,off, high ,low level then press

) or Next ( ) buttons until “Prune” is displayed and press

) or Next ( ) buttons to select (yes) to confirm and delete.

( ) or

DLS (dynamic label segment)/Radio text-The broadcaster may include a scrolling
message about the current programme.

Ensemble/Multiplex (Group name) - The ensemble / multiplex is a group of station that
are bundled and transmitted together in a single frequency. There are national and
local multiplexes, local ones contain stations that are specific to the local area.

Signal strength - the display will show a slide bar to indicate the strength of the signal.
The stronger the signal, the longer the bar.

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Frequency - the display will show the frequency of the station being broadcast.
Signal error - This is displayed as a number between 0-99. It would not be possible to

satisfactorily listen to a ratio station with a signal error rate of 30 or above.
Audio Bit rate - The display will show the digital audio bit rate being received.

Programme type - this describes the style of the programme. If the information is not
available the display will show ‘<Programme type>’.

Audio mode - the display will show if the station being received is stereo or mono.
Power - display power supply status.

Time and date - the time and date will be automatically updated by the radio
time signal.

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AB

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Moving the radio to another location in the country the pre-tuned and stored DAB
stations may no longer be available and it will be necessary to reset the radio back to
the factory settings.

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ode

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eset

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Press and hold INFO/Menu button, use the Previous (

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until “system” is displayed and press the Enter button to confirm .

2.Press the Previous (
button to confirm your choice ,the “Factory Reset?” will be displayed, using the
Previous (
to restart your radio. The message “Restarting …” will be showing on display to
restart. If “NO” to cancel your choice.

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1.Turn the radio on, press Mode (
display will show ‘FM’ and the radio will automatically tune to the nearest station and
then the display will show the station name, or frequency if RDS not available.

2.To search manually, press the Previous (
increment the frequency by 0.05MHz.

3. To activate auto search , press and hold Previous (
scan button, and the radio starts to scan up the frequency band, the display will show
“scanning …”, and it will stop automatically once station has been found.

FM

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This function allows information relating to the current station to be shown in the

) or Next ( ) buttons to choose “Yes “ and press Enter button confirm

- FM MODE

isplay

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odes

) or Next ( ) buttons to skip to Factory reset, press Enter

) Standby button and select the FM mode. The

) or Next ( ) buttons, each press will

) or Next ( ) buttons or press

) or Next ( ) buttons

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display, Press the INFO/Menu button repeatedly to scroll through the following.

RDS (SCROLLING TEXT): The broadcaster may include a scrolling message about the
current programme.

PROGRAMME TYPE: This describes the style of the programme being broadcast.
Station Name : such as BBC RD

Audio Mode : the display will show if the station being received is stereo or mono.
Time /date : the time and date will be automatically updated by the radio time signal.

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This function allows up to 10 stations to be programmed into the memory and stored
in the DAB and FM modes.

Storing DAB station as preset

1.Follow the directions above to select a radio station.

2. Press and hold the ‘Preset’ button on the top of your radio. ‘X (Empty)’ is displayed .
if no previous station has been stored.

3.Press the Previous ( ) or Next ( ) buttons to scroll through the Preset location
that you would like to store the radio station to (1 - 10).

Press the Enter Button to store the station. The message “Preset XX saved “ will

4.
appear on the display.

Recalling DAB Stations Preset
You could recall your presets by pressing the Preset button ,then using Previous (
or Next (
tune to the station you choose.

If you choose a preset that has not been allocated a station ,then “preset empty “ will
be displayed.

Setting and using the alarm

) buttons browse through your presets and press the Enter button to

)

Setting the time manually

Manual time settings such as the time and the date format can be accessed using the
System settings .To change the time and the date setting :

1. Press and hold the Info button .

2. Use Previous (

) or Next ( ) button repeatedly until “System” is shown on the

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display .Press the Enter button to confirm .

3. Select the “Time” option using the Previous (
button to confirm .

In this menu you can automatical updated the time (Auto updated),set the time
format (set 12/24 hour),set the date format (set date format) and set the time and
date (set time/date ).
Use Previous (
change options within this menu.

) or Next ( ) button and Press the Enter button to select and

) or Next ( ) button ,press Enter

Alarm setting

Note: Check that the radio has the correct time and date before you set an alarm.
In DAB or FM mode:

1. Press the ‘Alarm’ button on the front of the radio, ‘Alarm 1 Setup’ is displayed. Press
‘Enter’
Note: Press the ‘Alarm’ button twice to enter the Alarm 2 setup.

2. ‘Alarm 1 Wizard’ is displayed and the hour digits for the alarm will flash.

3. Use Previous (
Press ‘Enter’ to confirmed.

4. Use Previous (
to confirmed.

5. Use Previous (
can choose from 15, 30, 45, 60 ,90 and 120 minutes. Press ‘Enter’ to confirm.

6. Use Previous (
the Alarm. You can choose from Buzzer, DAB or FM. Press ‘Enter’ to confirm. For FM
or DAB mode you can choose between your preset or “Last listened “ radio stations
using Previous (

7. Use Previous (
You can choose from Daily, Once, Weekends or Weekdays. Press ‘Enter’ to confirm

8. Use Previous (
Press ‘Enter’ to confirm.

9.Use the Previous (
Enter to save your alarm.

10. Alarm 2 Setting please repeat 2-9 steps.

Note: The alarm volume will increase progressively until it reaches the alarm
volume you have set.

) or Next ( ) buttons button to scroll to the hour for the alarm.

) or Next ( ) buttons to scroll minute for the alarm. Press ‘Enter’

) or Next ( ) buttons to scroll to the duration for the alarm. You

) or Next ( ) buttons button to scroll to the sound source for

) or Next ( ) button and Enter to confirm.

) or Next ( ) buttons to scroll to the frequency for the Alarm.

) or Next ( ) buttons button to set the volume for your alarm.

) or Next ( ) button to turn the alarm On or Off .Press the

top the Alarm

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When the alarm sounds press the ‘Standby’ or ‘Alarm’ button to stop the Alarm .
‘Alarm off’ will be displayed.

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urn of the Alarm
In Standby mode:
Briefly press the ‘Alarm’ button repeatedly to turn Alarm 1 and Alarm 2 ‘On’ or
‘Off’.

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Snooze Function
When the alarm sounds, you can press the ‘Snooze’ button on the front of the
radio. Repeatedly press the ‘Snooze’ button to increase the Snooze time. the
default time for this feature is approximately 5 minutes.
Note: You can press the ‘Standby’ button to stop the Snooze function.

Sleep timer
You can set your radio to turn of automatically using the sleep timer. You can
choose from 15, 30, 45, 60 and 90 minutes or OFF
1 Press the ‘Sleep’ button on the front of the radio.

2. Use the Previous () or Next () button to scroll to the sleep time you
would like (15, 30, 45, 60 or 90 minutes) Press ‘Enter’ to confirm.

3. You can press the ‘Sleep’ button to check the sleep time remaining. Use the
Previous () or Next () buttons to modify or turn of the sleep timer. Press
‘Enter’ to confirm.

USING HEADPHONES (not included)

A mono headphone jack has been provided so that the unit can be used without

disturbing others. Plug in the headphones at the point marked ‘
listening volume to your chosen level. Excessive sound pressure from earphones
and headphones can cause hearing loss. The speakers will not operate when
earphones are fitted.

’ and adjust the

System Setting

Your radio features a number of extra setting to allow you to customise backlight as well
as allowing you to identify the radio’s software version. Press and hold INFO/Menu
button.

Press the Previous
the OK button to confirm.
Press the

Care and Maintenance
Wipe external surfaces with a soft cloth. If the unit is very dirty, switch it off and use a
damp cloth soaked in a weak solution of washing up liquid and water. Allow to dry
thoroughly before reusing.

Previous () or Next ()

() or Next ()

buttons to make changing s to the setting .

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buttons until “system” is displayed and press

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Other Information 4

Other Information

Helpful technical information

Specification

Power adaptor: Output: DC 5V 1A

Input: AC 100-40V

Batteries: 4 xAA (Optional, not supplied)

Output:  x 1W RMS

Frequency range:

DAB(BAND Ⅲ 5A-13F)

FM(87.5MHz-108MHz)

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Other Information

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Observation Potential cause / solution

Has the mains adaptor been correctly plugged into the

The unit does not
work on mains

Poor battery life

No sound

Radio Reception
noisy (FM)

‘No signal DAB’

Disposal
You should now recycle your waste electrical goods and in doing so help
the environment.
This symbol means an electrical product should not be disposed of with
normal household waste. Please ensure it is taken to a suitable facility
for disposal when finished with.
Visit www.recycle-more.co.uk, click on “bank locator” and enter your
postcode to find your nearest recycling site.

mains and the DC input jack at the rear of the unit?
Does the mains socket that is being used have power?
Has the ON/OFF switch (at rear of unit) been moved to
the ON position?
Has the advice been followed? Always switch the
ON/OFF switch to the OFF position when not in use.
Is the volume control set at minimum?
Are headphones fitted in the phones jack?
FM stereo – if weak switch to MONO as this requires
less signal strength.
This normally means the signal is very weak, not that
there is no signal. Try moving the radio to a different
location and re-scanning.

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Product support

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Help and assistance

If you require any technical guidance or find that your DAB/FM Digital
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 604 0105. To help give us give you a fast and e
please have the following information ready:

Model Ref.

Serial number

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

Date of
purchase

ent service

This will be shown on your receipt

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

*Calls to Argos enquiry lines may attract a charge and set up fee from
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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.

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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 repai
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.

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The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:

Th e g u ar a nt ee d o es n o t co ve r
accidental damage, misuse, cabinet
parts, knobs or consumable items.

Th e pr o du c t mu st be co r re c tl y
installed and operated in accordance
with the instructions contained in the
manual.

It must be used solely for domestic
purpo s e s . The g
rendered invalid if the product is

uarant e e will be

re -so l d or has been damaged by
inexpert repair.

Specifications are subject to change
without notice.

Bush 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
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