
PORTAB LE AM/FM STEREO RADIO
wit h CASSETTE PLAYER
H K26
OWNER’S MANUAL
1976, 2002 Sanrio Co., Ltd.
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TO PREVENT FIRE OR S HOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLES S THE BLADES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PRESENT BLADE EXPOSURE. TO PREVENT F IRE
OR SHO CK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your
safet y. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13. Re fer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liqu id has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to ra in or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
14. This appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and that no object
filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.
WARNING
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The li ghtning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is i ntented to
al ert the user to the presence
of uninsulated ‘dangerous voltage’
within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a ri sk
of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point wi thin
an equilateral triangl e is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important
operati ng and maintenance
(servicing) i nstructions in the
li terature accompanying the
appliance.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BAC K ), NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER S E R V I C I N G TO
Q U A L I F I E D S E R V I C E
PERSONNEL.
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Welcome to the world of Hell o Kitty.
My friends at Emerson Ra dio Corp. are producing this Hello Kitty AM/FM
Radio with CD & Cassette player, under license from Sanrio Company Ltd.
We have taken great care to make sure that your CD & Cassette player
was in perfect working order when it left our factory. It has been designed
to give you many years of enjoyment and trouble free operation. Read this
manual before operating this unit to become familiar with its features and
obtain the performance that will bring you continued enjoyment for many
years. In the event you require technical assistance, please contact my
friends at the Emerson Radio C onsumer Affairs Department at:
1-800-898-9020.
CLASS 1 LASER PRO DUCT
This product contains a low power Laser Device.
CAUTION
INVI SIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS
DEFEATED.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
APPAREIL Á LASER DE CLASSE 1
PRODUCTO LASER DE CLASE 1
IMPORTANT NOTES
For future reference, record the serial number in the space provided.
Model : HK26
Serial Number:
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FCC INFORMATI ON
This equipment ha s 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
pr ovide 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 i n accordance with the 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 a ntenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equi pment 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.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two condition s:
(1) This device may not cau se harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired o peration.
• Operate controls and switches as
described in the manual.
• Before turning ‘On’ the power, make
certain AC cord or batteries are
properly in stalled.
• Store your cassette tapes and CDs
in a cool area to avoid damage from
heat.
• When moving the set, be sure to first
disconnect the AC power cord.
• Places exposed to direct sunlight or
close to heat radiating appliances
suc h as electric heaters, on top of
other stereo equipment that radiates
too much heat, places lacking
ventilation or dus ty areas, places
subject to cons tant vibration and/or
humid or moist areas.
• Do not attempt to clean this unit with
chemical solvents as this might
damage the finish. Use a clean dry
cloth.
Avoid in stalling the unit in locations described below:
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POWER SOURCES
This unit is designed to operate 8 “C” batteries, not included, or on normal 120V
60Hz AC house current. Operating this unit from any other power source may
cause da mage to the unit, and such damage is not covered by your warranty.
Batter y Operation
1. Remove the battery compartment door on the
bottom of the cabinet by pr essing down on the
“Arrow” symbol and sliding the door in the direction
of the arrow.
2. Insert 8 “C” size batteries into the battery
compartment according to the polarity diagram
engraved inside the compartment. If the batteries
are inserted incorrectly the unit will not work.
3. Replace the battery compartment door.
PREPARATION FOR USE
Unpacking and Set Up
· Carefully remove the unit from the carton and remove all packing materials from
the unit.
· Carefully remove any small strips of tape whic h may have been used to keep
the CD and Cassette doors closed during shipment.
· Open the CD compartment by placing you finger under the notch on the front of
the CD door and lifting upward. Inside the CD compartment you will see a white
transit card which is used to prevent the laser pick-up from moving during
shipment. Carefully remove this card a nd close the CD compartment door.
· Please save the carton and packing materials in the event that your unit ever
needs to be returned for service. The original carton and packing materials are
the only way to protect the un it from damage during shipment.
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AC Operation
To prevent loss the AC cord is permanently attached to the unit and is stored inside
the battery compartment. Do not try to detach the AC cord from the unit.
• Remove the battery compartment door on the bottom of the cabinet by pressing
down on the “Arrow” symbol and sliding the door in the direction of the arrow.
• Remove the AC cord from its storage compar tment and extend it to its full
length.
• With the unit upside down position the cord so that it is resting in the ‘notch’ on
the back of the cord storage compartment.
• With the cord resting in the ‘notch’ repla ce the battery compartment door.
• Turn the unit right side up and conne ct the plug to any convenient 120V 60Hz
AC outlet.
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