Bush PR-206 Instruction manual

PR-206

Table of content

Help and guidance

Safety information

Function

Important safeguards

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Before first use

Main operation

Battery operation

Battery safety

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Specification

Product support

Disposal

Guarantee

Important Data Protection information

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Analo gue Radio Instruction Manual

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You'll soon b e enjoy ing y our new .Analo gues Ra dio

It all be gins he re, with you r instruct ions. Don' t worry, ther e's nothin g too
techn ical co ming up. Jus t simple, st ep-by -st ep guid ance to get yo u up
and run ning qu ickly. Sound goo d? Th en let's get s tarte d.

Help an d Guidance

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any gui dance , a simple sol ution can of ten be fo und online a t:

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If you st ill req uir e furth er assista nce, call on e of our ex perts on

.0345 60 4 0105

Safety Information

Important – Please read these instructions fully before
installing or operating

FUNCTIONS

FM: 88 –108 MHz / AM: 530 – 1600 KHz Radio
Headphone Jack
AC/DC operation

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Please read this instruction manual thoroughly before using this appliance! Follow all the safety
instructions to avoid damage caused by improper use.
Keep the instruction manual for future reference. Should this appliance be given to a third party,
then this instruction manual must also be handed over.
Use this appliance solely for its intended purpose.

This appliance is intended for household use only.
Only use this appliance indoors.

Danger of electroshock! Do not immerse the appliance, power cord or power plug in water or
in other liquids.
Do not place the appliance in the direct vicinity of liquids - e.g. bathtubs and sinks, in a damp
basement or close to a swimming pool.
Do not start up the appliance with damp hands or if you are standing on a wet floor. Never grasp
the power plug with damp or wet hands.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for possible damages that may have been caused by
incorrect usage or mishandling of the appliance.
This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons unless they have been
adequately supervised by a responsible person to ensure that they can use the appliance safely.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that they don't play with the appliance.
Keep the appliance away from all hot surfaces and naked flames.
Do not place any objects on the appliance. Don't put objects with naked flames (such as candles) on
or next to the appliance. Never put items containing liquid (such as vases) on or next to the appliance.
Do not expose the appliance to direct sunlight.
Do not use the appliance if it is damaged. To avoid hazards, defective components must only be
replaced by the manufacturer, his customer service or similar qualified persons.
Do not dismantle and repair the appliance by yourself.
Do not insert any foreign objects into the housing.
Do not cover the appliance while in use.
This appliance should be only operated with the type of power source, or batteries indicated on the
marking label. Marketing label is located at rear enclosure of the appartus.
Always turn the power off before plugging the appliance into the power outlet or unplugging it.
Prevent damage to the power cord by not squeezing, bending or rubbing it on sharp edges. Keep
the cord away from hot surfaces and open flames.
Always pull the plug, not the power cord when disconnecting the appliance from a power outlet.
Plug the appliance into an easily accessible socket, so that you can disconnect it quickly from the
mains, in the event of an emergency. Unplug the appliance from the power socket to switch it off
completely. Use the mains plug as a disconnecting appliance.
If the appliance malfunctions due to electrostatic discharge or short-term overvoltage, disconnect
it from the power supply and connect it once again.
Ensure minimum distances of 5 cm around the apparatus for sufficient ventilation. Do not place
the product in closed bookcases or racks without proper ventilation. The ventilation should not be
impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, table-cloths,
curtains, etc.
Do not use or store the equipment in humid or dusty area. Attention should be drawn to the use of
apparatus in tropical and/ or moderate climates.
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods.

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BATTERY SAFETY

Only use Alkaline or rechargeable batteries.
If the batteries leak, remove them with a cloth and dispose of them accordingly. Ensure that
leaking battery acid does not come into contact with skin and eyes. If you do get battery acid in
your eyes, flush them thoroughly with lots of water and consult a physician immediately! If battery
acid comes into contact with your skin, wash the affected area with lots of water and soap.
Danger of explosion! Batteries must not be charged or reactivated by other means, taken apart,
thrown in the fire or short-circuited.
Do not expose batteries to extreme temperatures such as from direct sunlight or fire. Do not place
the appliance on a heater. Leaking battery acid can cause damage.
Caution! There is a danger of explosion if the batteries are inserted incorrectly. Use only the same
battery types with the corresponding technical data to replace them.
Do not use old and new batteries or batteries of a different type or that are from different
manufacturers together.
Always insert batteries in accordance with the correct polarity (+ and -) as illustrated in the battery
compartment.
Batteries are life-threatening if swallowed. Store all batteries out of the reach of small children and
domestic animals. Seek medical help immediately if batteries are swallowed.
Do not allow children to change batteries without adult supervision.
If the battery compartment door does not secure closely, stop using the appliance and keep it away
from the children.
If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek
immediate medical attention.
If the device is not to be used for an extended period of time, then the batteries should be removed,
as the device could become damaged should they leak.
If the device functions weaken, replace all batteries.
Remove the batteries prior to disposing of the device.
Batteries do not belong in household waste! Expired batteries must be disposed of in an
environmentally friendly way and according to the applicable legal regulations.

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LOCATION OF CONTROL

1. Handle

2. FM antenna (telescopic)

3. Tuning control knob

4. Speaker

5. Waveband selector

6. Volume control - on/off knob

7. Headphone jack

8. AC socket

9. Battery compartment

10. AC Power cable (not shown)

BEFORE FIRST USE

Unpack the appliance and check if all parts are there and undamaged. Should this not be the case,
return the product to Kmart for replacement.
Danger of suffocation! Keep all packaging materials away from children.
Dispose of the packaging materials properly. Inform yourself at the local authorities regarding
collection points or garbage separation.
Remove all protective foils and packaging material prior to use.

MAINS OPERATION

Fit the AC power cord into the AC socket (8) of the appliance and plug into the household socket.

BATTERY OPERATION

To use the appliance with batteries ensure that the AC power cord is NOT inserted into the back of
the appliance and install the batteries into the battery compartment.

1. Disconnect the radio from power.

2. Remove the door of the battery compartment (9).

3. Insert 4 x Size “C” / UM-2 / R14 (not supplied) 1.5V heavy-duty
alkaline batteries in accordance with the diagram in the battery
compartment. Take care to observe the correct polarity (+/–).

4. Refit the battery compartment cover.

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RADIO OPERATION

Listening to the Radio

1. Turn the volume control - on/off knob (6) upward to switch the radio on.

2. Set the waveband selector (5) to required waveband.

3. Turn the tuning control knob (3) to select the frequency and station of choice. The radio frequency
scale will show the waveband selected.

4. To turn off the radio, turn the volume control - on/off knob (6) downward until a “click sound is heard.

Volume Control

1. Adjust the volume to the desired level by rotating the volume control knob (6).

Achieve Optimum Reception

1. The built-in AM and the external FM antennas are directional. If tuning into a FM station extend or move
the antenna (2) for a better reception. If tuning into an AM station rotate the whole unit after tuning to
obtain the best reception.

USING HEADPHONES (NOT INCLUDED)

1. A headphone jack has been provided so that the set can be used without disturbing others. Plug in the

3.5mm headphone at the point marked ‘ ‘. Turn the listening volume to the lowest setting before
adjusting the volume up to your chosen level.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. The speaker will
not operate when headphones are fitted.

CLEANING AND CARE

Danger of electroshock! Do not immerse the appliance in water or in other liquids.

1. Wipe the housing with a dry, soft cloth.

2. Do not use petrol, alcohol or other abrasive cleaners to clean the device.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Potential cause / solution

Observation
The unit does not

Does the socket that is being used have power?

work on AC

Has the AC lead been removed from the unit?

The unit does not

Are the batteries exhausted?

work on batteries

Have the batteries been inserted correctly?
Is the volume control set at MIN?

No sound

Are headphones fitted in the phones jack?

Radio receiption weak

AM signals - rotate the unit to improve reception.
AM signals - extend or adjust the position of FM antenna.

SPECIFICATION_

Rated voltage: AC 230-240V ~ 50Hz, 5W
Battery: 4 x 1.5V Battery size “C”/UM-2/R14 or equivalent (not included)
Frequency range: AM 530 – 1600 kHz
FM 88 – 108MHz
Output power (RMS): 0.5W
Operating conditions: Temperature: 5°C to 35°C
Humidity: 5% to 90%
Due to continuous product development, design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Product Support
Help is always at hand

Help and assistan ce

If you req uire any technical gu ida nce o r fin d tha t you r Ana log ue Ra dio is not operati ng
as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the Troubleshooting sectio n of th ese
instructions or onlin e at www.argos-support.co.uk.

Local call rates a pplies*
Lines open 8am-7pm Monday to Saturday a nd 10 am-4pm Sunday.

residential lines depending on your call plan/tari ff. Mobile and other providers costs

may vary, see w ww.bt.com/pricing for details.
For Security and training purposes, telephone c all s to an d from customer servi ce

centre s may be recorded and monitored. Calls from Re pub lic o f Ireland will attract
international call charges.

Disposal

You should now recycle your waste electrical goods and in doing so he lp th e
enviro nment. This symbol means an electrical product should not be disposed of
with normal household w ast e. Pl eas e ens ure i t is ta ken to a suitab le fa cil ity for
disposal when finishe d wit h.
Visit www.recycle -mo re.co.uk, clic k on “b ank l oca tor ” and e nte r you r pos tcode to
find your nearest rec ycl ing site.

Thi s product i s intended for u se within t he UK . This equi pment com plies with the e ssential require ments
for t he Radio Eq uip ment Directive 201 4/53/EU .

Declar ation of Co nfor man ce

Her eby, A rgos L td, decla res that th is Ba nd II LPD dev ice is in com pli ance with t he essential requirements
and othe r rele van t prov isions of Directiv e 201 4/53/EU . The compl ete decla ration of c onformi ty ca n be
obtain ed by conta cting htt p:/ /www.argos- sup port.co .uk/

0345 604 0105. If you still re quire fu rth er as sistance, call one of our experts on

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

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and breakdowns for 12 m ont hs. D on't forget to regi ste r it with us today so we

can prov ide you with our best possible after-sales service and useful updates.

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Your Bush Guarantee

Your Bush Guarantee

This pro duct is guarante ed fo r twe lve m ont hs from the date of original purchase. Any defect that
arises due to faulty materials or workmanship wil l be repaired free of c harge (or if ap pli cab le th e
pro duct will be re pla ced o r the purc has e pri ce refunded) whe re possible duri ng th is pe rio d by the
dealer from who your purch ase d the unit.

The guarantee does not cover accident al damage, misuse, cabinet parts, knobs or

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consumable items.
The prod uct must be correc tly i nst all ed and operat ed in a cco rdance with the in str uct ion s

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contained in the manual.
It must be used solely for domestic purposes. The guarantee will be rendered invalid if

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the product is re- sold or has been damaged by inexpert repair.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Bush disclaim any liabilit y for loss or damage a ris ing f rom the breakdown of the prod uct.

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This guarantee is in addition to and does not diminish your statutory or legal ri ght s.

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The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:

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If you pro vid e us wi th in for mation a bou t ano the r per son , you c onf irm t hat t hey h ave a ppo int ed
you to act for them, to consent to th e processin g of th eir p ers ona l dat a inc luding sensitive
personal data and that you have informed them of our identity and the purposes (as set out in
the Important Data Privacy notice displayed overleaf) for which their personal data will be

pro ces sed.
You are ent itl ed to a sk fo r a cop y of th e information we hold abou t you ( for which we may charge
a small fee) and to have any inaccuracies in your information co rre cte d.
For quality control a nd tr ain ing p urposes, we may monitor or reco rd your communications w ith
us.
If your personal details change, if you change your m ind a bou t any o f you r mar ket ing
preferences or if you have any queries ab out h ow we u se yo ur in formation, ple ase l et us k now b y
contacting our Data Protect ion O ffi cer, Domestic & General, Leicester Hou se 17 Leic est er St reet,
Bedworth, Warw ick shire, C V12 8 JP.

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