Emerson CKD9908 Owner's Manual

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Thank You....................

for purchasing this Emerson AM/FM Stereo Clock Radio with Compact Disc
Player. In addition to waking to a buzzer alarm, or your favorite AM or FM Stereo
stations, you can also wake to the music of your favorite artists on compact disc.
There are dual alarms that can be set and used independently, a sleep to music
timer that controls both the radio and the CD player, and a Sure Alarm battery
back up system that will wake you to radio or buzzer, even if the power is out at
the wake up time. The large green LED display shows the time, alarm settings,
and CD track numbers, and it can be seen from anywhere in your room. The two
3” dynamic speakers provide excellent sound for such a compact unit. All major
controls are right on the top panel for simple, user-friendly operation.

Please read this manual completely to familiarize yourself with all the features of
your new CD clock radio, and save this manual for future reference. Your
warranty is on the back page of this manual.

The serial number of your unit can be found on the bottom of the cabinet. We
suggest that you record the serial number in the space provided below in case
this information is ever needed at a future date.

Model Number: CKD9908

Serial Number _______________________________________

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

DANGER:

Invisible and hazardous laser radiation when open and
interlock failed or defeated. Avoid direct exposure to beam.

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

DANGEROUS VOLTAGE

Uninsulated Dangerous Voltage, that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons is
present within this product’s enclosure.

ATTENTION

The Owner’s Manual contains important operating and
maintenance instructions.
For your safety, it is necessary to refer to the manual.

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INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

FCC WARNING:

This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes
or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference
unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction
manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if
an unauthorized change or modification is made.

LASER SAFETY: This unit employs a laser. Only qualified service
personnel should attempt to service this device due to possible eye
injury.

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE PROCEDURE HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS

1. CD Compartment Door

2. WAKE (MUSIC/BUZZER)
Switch

3. ALARM1 (OFF/ON) Switch

4. Battery Compartment (bottom
of unit)

5. ALARM2 (OFF/ON) Switch

6. ALM.1 SET Button

7. ALM.2 SET Button

8. SLEEP Indicator

9. CLOCK Button

10. SLEEP Button

11. POWER Button

12. POWER Indicator

13. AM Indicator

14. ALM.1 Indicator

15. FM STEREO Indicator

16. AM/FM Dial Scale and Pointer

17. ALM.2 Indicator

18. Display

19. SNOOZE Button

20. PLAY/PAUSE ( ) Button

21. SKIP/Search/MINUTE ( )
Button

22. SKIP/Search/HOUR ( )
Button

23. STOP (■) Button

24. TUNING Control

25. PROG (Program) Indicator

26. PROG (Program) Button

27. REPEAT Indicator

28. FUNCTION (FM ST./AM/CD)
Switch

29. REPEAT Button

30. VOLUME Control

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INSTALLATION

Unravel the AC cord and connect it to a conveniently located AC outlet having
120V and 60Hz only. The Clock Display will illuminate and “12:00” will appear in
the display.

NOTE: If the AC plug does not fit into a nonpolarized outlet, do not file or cut the
wide blade.

If the AC cord is disconnected or if there is a power failure,
this electronic clock is designed to continue operating
internally (without showing the time on the Clock Display)
with a 9 volt battery (not included). To install the battery,
remove the battery compartment cover and connect the
battery to the terminals of the battery snap inside the
compartment (use of an alkaline battery is recommended)
and install the battery compartment cover back into place.

Be sure to check the condition of the battery periodically by disconnecting the AC
cord and connecting it again 2 or 3 minutes later. The preset times should
continue operating. If the present time resets to “12:00”, it indicates the battery is
dead or not connected properly. A fresh 9 volt battery will keep the internal times
accurately for approximately 30 minutes. If the power is restored after 30 minutes,
the times may need to be reset.

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device:

1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified.

2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the
battery compartment. Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.

3. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent
damage or injury from possible battery leakage.

4. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and
rupture. (Follow battery manufacturer’s directions.)

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AC Outlet

AC Plug

9V

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OPERATION

Press and hold the CLOCK button and
the time will blink in the Display.

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While holding the CLOCK button ❶,
press the SKIP/Search/MINUTE
button ❷ to advance the minute and
the SKIP/Search/HOUR button ❸
to advance the hour until the desired
time is shown on the display.

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TO SET OR RESET THE ACTUAL TIME

Press and hold the desired Alarm
switch (ALM.1 or ALM.2)

and the
selected alarm time will blink in the
Display.

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While holding the desired ALM button
button ❶, press the SKIP/Search/
MINUTE button ❷ to advance the
minute and the SKIP/Search/HOUR

button ❷ to advance the hour until

the desired alarm time is shown on the
display.

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TO SET OR RESET THE ALARM TIME(S)

AM (TIME) LED INDICATOR

In the upper left corner of the Display is the AM LED indicator. When the AM LED
indicator is lit, the actual or alarm time shown in the Display is AM hours. When
the indicator is not lit, the time shown is PM hours.

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OPERATION

Set the alarm time as previously
instructed. Turn the unit on and slide
the FUNCTION switch ❶ to the FM
ST. or AM position. Select a radio
station and make sure the VOLUME ❷
is set as desired. Slide the desired
ALARM switch (ALARM1 or ALARM2)
❸ to the ON position.

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Turn the unit off and slide the WAKE
switch to the MUSIC position. When
the actual time matches the selected
preset alarm time(s), the unit
automatically turns on.
To shut off the alarm, see TO SHUT
THE ALARM OFF section on the
following page.

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TO SET THE ALARM TO WAKE TO RADIO

Set the alarm time as previously
instructed. Insert a CD into the CD
player, turn the unit on and slide the
FUNCTION switch ❶ to the CD
position. Make sure the VOLUME ❷ is
set as desired. Slide the desired
ALARM switch (ALARM1 or ALARM2)
❸ to the ON position.

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Turn the unit off and slide the WAKE
switch to the MUSIC position. When
the actual time matches the selected
preset alarm time(s), the unit
automatically turns on and the CD
begins to play.
To shut off the alarm, see TO SHUT
THE ALARM OFF section on the
following page.

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TO SET THE ALARM TO WAKE TO CD

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OPERATION

Set the alarm time as previously
instructed. Slide the desired ALARM

switch (ALARM1 or ALARM2) ❶ to the
ON position.

Slide the WAKE switch ❷

to the BUZZER position.

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When the actual time matches the
selected preset alarm time(s), the unit
automatically turns on. To shut off the
alarm, see TO SHUT THE ALARM OFF
section below.

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TO SET THE ALARM TO WAKE TO BUZZER

To shut the alarm off, press the
POWER button ❶ once and the alarm
time will be reset for the next day.
Slide the desired ALARM switch ❷ to
the OFF position to turn off the alarm
and not set it for the next day.

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TO SHUT THE ALARM OFF

The alarm can be temporarily turned
off manually by pressing the
SNOOZE button; the alarm will turn
back on automatically 6 minutes
later.

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SNOOZE

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OPERATION

Press the POWER button ❶ to turn
the unit on (the POWER indicator will
light). Slide the FUNCTION switch ❷
to

the desired band (FM. ST or AM).

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Tune a station by turning the TUNING
control

❶

. When a strong FM stereo
signal is received while listening to FM,
the FM ST. indicator will light.
Adjust the VOLUME control

❷

as

desired.

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LISTENING TO THE RADIO

Hints for Better Reception

FM - Make sure the FM Antenna wire is uncoiled and extended to its full length.
You may have to vary the direction of the wire to find the strongest signal for each
FM station.

AM - The AM ferrite bar antenna is located inside the cabinet. It may be
necessary to turn the unit slightly so that the internal antenna is pointing in the
direction of the AM transmitter. You may have to experiment to find the position
that provides the strongest reception for each of your favorite AM stations.

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OPERATION

Press the POWER button ❶ to turn
the unit on (the POWER indicator will
light). Slide the FUNCTION switch ❷
to the CD position.

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Press the OPEN/CLOSE area of the
CD compartment door and place a CD
on the center spindle, with the printed
label side facing up. Close the CD
compartment door; the total number of
tracks will briefly appear in the Display.

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PLAYING COMPACT DISCS - NORMAL PLAYBACK

Remove the paper card from the CD Compartment before inserting a CD.

Press the PLAY/PAUSE

(

) button

❶

to start playback.
Adjust the VOLUME control ❷ as
desired.

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When the disc is through playing, it will
stop. Press the STOP (■) button to
stop the disc before it is finished.

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NOTES:

• This unit is capable of playing standard CDs or 3” singles; no adapter is
required.

• If a disc is inserted incorrectly, dirty, damaged or not present at all, “no” will
appear in the display.

• To remove the disc, press the OPEN/CLOSE area on the CD Compartment
door, hold the edge of the CD and lift it out.

• The maximum time of a CD is 74 minutes for this unit.

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OPERATION

During CD playback, if you wish to
pause the disc momentarily, press the

PLAY/PAUSE

(

) button

again.
Playback stops but the disc continues
to spin and the track number flashes
in the Display.

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Press the

PLAY/PAUSE

(

) button

again to release Pause and resume
normal CD playback. The sound
returns and the track number in the
Display stops flashing.

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CD PAUSE CONTROL

After you insert the disc into the CD
player and the total number of tracks
appear on the display, you may press
either the SKIP/Search ( ) or
SKIP/Search ( ) buttons to select a
specific track for playback.

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When the desired track number
appears in the display, press the CD

PLAY/PAUSE

(

) button

. Playback

will begin on the track you selected.

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TO BEGIN PLAYBACK FROM A SPECIFIC TRACK

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OPERATION

During playback, press the
SKIP/Search ( ) button once to
advance the player to the beginning of
the next track. Press the SKIP/Search
( ) button repeatedly to advance
the player to higher number tracks.

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During playback, press the
SKIP/Search ( ) button once to
move the player back to the beginning
of the currently playing track. Press
the SKIP/Search ( ) button
repeatedly to move the player back to
lower numbered tracks.

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FORWARD/REVERSE SKIP TRACK AND HIGH-SPEED MUSIC SEARCH

During playback, depress and hold
either the SKIP/Search ( ) or ( )
button to move the player forward or
backward within a track to locate a
specific musical passage. The player
will move forward or backward at high
speed as long as the buttons are
depressed. When you release the
SKIP/Search ( ) or ( ) button,
normal playback will resume at that
point.

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OPERATION

REPEAT PLAYBACK

To repeat a single track, press the
REPEAT Button ❶ once. The Repeat
indicator will blink. Press the
SKIP/Search ( ) or ( ) button ❷
to select the specific track that you
wish to repeat. When the desired track
number appears in the display, press

the

PLAY/PAUSE

(

) button

❸ to

begin playback. The specific track you
selected will be repeated continuously.

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To cancel Repeat Playback, press the
REPEAT button ❶ until the Repeat
indicator is not lit. You can also cancel
Repeat Playback by pressing the CD
STOP (■) button ❷ or by pressing the
POWER button ❸ to turn the unit off.

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To repeat all of the tracks on a disc
continuously, press the REPEAT button
❶ twice. The Repeat indicator will light.

Press the

PLAY/PAUSE

(

) button

❷

to begin playback. All tracks on the disc
will be repeated continuously.

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OPERATION

TO PROGRAM THE MEMORY (UP TO 20 TRACKS)

Programming is the ability to preselect the order in which a series of tracks will be played.

NOTES:

• Press the REPEAT button twice during program playback to repeat the

program repeatedly until the STOP (■) button is pressed.

• Press the STOP (■) button to stop the disc before it is finished.

• To cancel program play, while in stop mode, press the PROG button until the

PROG indicator blinks, then press the STOP (■) button.

• Each track may be stored in the program memory as many times as desired

(up to 20 tracks).

Turn the unit on and slide the
FUNCTION switch to the CD position.

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Press the PROG button ❶, “P 01” will
appear in the display and the PROG
indicator will blink. Within 8 seconds, press
the SKIP/Search or button ❷ to
select the desired track to program.

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Press the PROG button ❶ to
memorize the track. Repeat steps 2
and 3 to program additional tracks up
to a maximum of 20 tracks. Press the
PLAY/PAUSE () button ❷ to begin
program playback and adjust the
VOLUME control ❸ as desired.

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To skip forward or backward through
the programs, press the SKIP/Search

or button. When the disc is

through playing, it will stop.

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OPERATION

Tune the desired radio station or insert
a CD as previously instructed.

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Press the SLEEP button twice, “90”
will appear on the display and the
SLEEP indicator will light indicating
the unit will play for 90 minutes and
then shut off.

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TO ACTIVATE THE SLEEP FUNCTION

Press the SLEEP button repeatedly to
decrease the playing time to 60 or 30
minutes respectively. To cancel sleep
time, press the SLEEP button
repeatedly until “- -” appears on the
display.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Caring for Compact Discs

• Treat the disc carefully. Handle the disc only
by its edges. Never allow your fingers to
come in contact with the shiny, unprinted side
of the disc.

• Do not attach adhesive tape, stickers, etc.
to the disc label.

• Clean the disc periodically with a soft, lint-free, dry cloth. Never use detergents
or abrasive cleaners to clean the disc. If necessary, use a CD cleaning kit.

• If a disc skips or gets stuck on a section of the disc, it is probably dirty or
damaged (scratched).

• When cleaning the disc, wipe in straight lines from the center of the disc to the
outer edge of the disc. Never wipe in circular motions.

• This unit is designed to play only compact discs bearing the
identification logo as shown here. Other discs may not conform to
the CD standard and may not play properly.

• Compact Discs should be stored in their cases after each use to
avoid damage.

• Do not expose compact discs to direct sunlight, high humidity, high
temperatures, or dust, etc. Prolonged exposure or extreme temperatures can
warp the disc.

• Do not stick or write anything on either side of the disc. Sharp writing
instruments, or the ink may damage the surface.

Cleaning the unit

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, disconnect your unit from the AC power
source when cleaning.

• The finish on your unit may be cleaned with a dust cloth and cared for as other
furniture. Use caution when cleaning and wiping the plastic parts.

• Mild soap and a damp cloth may be used on the front panel.

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DIGITAL AUDIO

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION

Unit will not AC cord not Check AC cord

turn on. connected. connection.

Disc will not play. CD compartment Close CD compartment

not closed. door.

Disc inserted Reinsert disc correctly.

incorrectly.

Dirty or defective CD. Try another disc.

ALARM switch is in ALARM switch must be in

the SET position. the ON or OFF position.

CD: No sound. VOLUME control Increase volume.

set to minimum.

Defective disc. Try another disc.

Erratic playback. Dirty or defective Clean or replace disc.

disc.

Flashing time. Battery connected Check the battery.

improperly, not con-

nected or dead.

Clock not set. Set the clock.

Alarm does not ALARM switch not Set desired ALARM switch

turn on. set to ON position. to the ON position.

Clock is not set. Set the clock.

Alarm time not set. Set alarm time.

AM or FM, no sound. Power is not on. Press the POWER button

to turn the unit on.
VOLUME control Increase volume.
set to minimum.

If you experience a problem with this unit, check the chart below before
calling for service.

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If the cabinet becomes dusty, wipe it with a soft cloth. If the cabinet
becomes smudged or dirty, clean it with a soft, slightly dampened cloth.
Never allow water or any liquid to get inside the cabinet. Never use any
abrasive cleaners or cleaning pads as these will damage the finish of
your radio.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

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AUTHORIZED SERVICE

TO FIND THE LOCATION AND
PHONE NUMBER OF YOUR

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NEAREST AUTHORIZED
SERVICE CENTER...

CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-695-0098

FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE

PLEASE CALL:

1-800-898-9020

FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, PLEASE WRITE TO:

Emerson Radio Corp.

Consumer Affairs Dept.

1901 Diplomat Drive

Farmers Branch, TX 75234

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EMERSON RADIO CORP.

LIMITED WARRANTY

What does this warranty cover? Any manufacturing defects in original material, including original parts

and workmanship, under normal use and conditions.

For how long? For a period of ninety (90) days from the date of original purchase in the U.S.

What will we do? If you need service under this Warranty, and you provide us with the dated proof of

purchase, we will provide repair service at no charge for labor and parts at an authorized Depot Repair
Facility, or replace the product in our discretion.

How do you make your warranty claim? If it becomes necessary to repair your unit, you can obtain the
name and mailing location of a Depot Repair Facility by dialing 1-800-695-0098. You should pack your
unit in a well-padded heavy corrugated box, enclose your check or money order payable to the Depot
Repair Facility in the amount of $9.00 to cover the return shipping and handling costs, and enclose a copy
of your proof of purchase (warranty service will not be provided without a dated proof of purchase).
Finally, you should ship the unit prepaid via UPS or parcel post (insured).

What does your warranty not

cover? Your warranty does not cover the following :

• Damage from negligence, misuse, abuse, accident, or failure to follow operating instructions.

• Use of product in a commercial application or rentals.

• Changes or repairs by anyone other than an authorized Depot Repair Facility.

• Damage because your unit is improperly connected to the equipment of other manufacturers.

• Unit on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.

• Damage to equipment not properly connected to the product.

• Cost incurred in shipping your unit to and from an authorized Depot Repair Facility.

• Ordinary adjustments which you can perform as outlined in the owner’s manual.

• Signal reception problems caused by external antenna or cable systems.

• Products purchased, used, serviced, or damaged outside of the United States.

• Damage to compact discs or cassettes.

What other limitations apply to your warranty ?

THIS WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE AND APPLIES ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER
AND DOES NOT EXTEND TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS OF THE PRODUCT. THIS WARRANTY IS
VALID ONLY IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO A PERIOD
OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY AS PROVIDED ABOVE BEGINNING WITH THE DATE OF
ORIGINAL PURCHASE AT RETAIL AND NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,
SHALL APPLY TO THE PRODUCT THEREAFTER. WE MAKE NO WARRANTY AS TO THE FITNESS
OF THE PRODUCT FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE.

THE EXTENT OF OUR LIABILITY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND IN NO EVENT WILL OUR LIABILITY EXCEED THE
PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES
WILL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THIS
PRODUCT.

How does state law apply to your warranty ?

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, BUT YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER
RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGE, SO THESE RESTRICTIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

AU898F

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EMERSON
PART NO.: 16-2810
011-01 Printed in China

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