Emerson SB225 User Manual

SB225

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SpongeBob SquarePants and all related titles, logos and characters are
trademarks of Viacom International Inc. Created by Stephen Hillenburg.

Portable Top Loading CD Boombox
with AM/FM Radio

OWNER'S MANUAL

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PORTABLE CART WARNING

(symbol provided by RETAC)

Before using the unit, be sure to read all
operating instructions carefully. Please note that
these are general precautions and may not
pertain to your unit. For example, this unit may
not have the capability to be connected to an
outdoor antenna.

1. READ INSTRUCTIONS

All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before the product is operated.

2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS

The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.

3. HEED WARNINGS

All warnings on the product and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.

4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS

All operating and use instructions should be
followed.

5. CLEANING

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.

6. ATTACHMENTS

Do not use attachments not recommended by
the product's manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.

7. WATER AND MOISTURE

Do not use this product near water–for example:
near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or
laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a
swimming pool.

8. ACCESSORIES

Do not place this product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket or table.
The product may fall, causing
serious injury and serious
damage to the product. Use
only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket or table recommended
by the manufacturer or sold with
the product. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and
should use a mounting accessory recommended
by the manufacturer.

8A. An appliance and cart combination should be

moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force
and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance
and cart combination to overturn.

9. VENTILATION

Slots and openings in the cabinet and in the
back or bottom are provided for ventilation, to
ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheating. These openings
must not be blocked or covered. The openings
should never be blocked by placing the product

on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This
product should never be placed near or over a
radiator or heat source. This product should not
be placed in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided or the manufacturer's instructions have
been adhered to.

10. POWER SOURCES

This product should be operated only from the
type of power source indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your appliance
dealer or local power company. For products
intended to operate from battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.

11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

This product is equipped with a polarized
alternating-current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into
the power outlet only one way. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully
into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug
should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.

12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION

Power-supply cords should be routed so that
they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the appliance.

13. LIGHTNING

To protect your product from a lightning storm,
or when it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet
and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
This will prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.

14. POWER LINES

An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or
other electric light or power circuits, or where it
can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system, extreme
care should be taken to keep from touching
such power lines or circuits as contact with them
might be fatal.

15. OVERLOADING

Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords
as this can result in a risk of fire or electric
shock.

16. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY

Never push objects of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch dangerous

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ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

GROUND
CLAMP

S2898A

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

voltage points or short out parts that could result in
fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type
of liquid on the product.

17. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING

If an outside antenna is connected to the
product, be sure the antenna system is
grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built-up static
charges. Section 810 of the National Electric
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with
respect to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in
wire to an antenna discharge product, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna
discharge product, connection to grounding
electrodes and requirements for grounding
electrodes.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

18. SERVICING

Do not attempt to service this product yourself
as opening or removing covers may expose you
to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.

19. REPLACEMENT PARTS

When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician uses replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or those that have
the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock or other hazards.

20. SAFETY CHECK

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that the product is in
proper operating condition.

21. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING

The product should be mounted to a wall or
ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.

22. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE

Unplug the product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is

damaged.

b. If liquid has been spilled or objects have

fallen into the product.

c. If the product has been exposed to rain or

water.

d. If the product does not operate normally by

following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions, as an adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to its
normal operation.

e. If the product has been dropped or the

cabinet has been damaged.

f. When the product exhibits a distinct change

in performance–this indicates a need for
service.

23. HEAT

The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves
or other products (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.

24. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER

This reminder is provided to call the CATV
system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of
the NEC that provides guidelines for proper
grounding and, in particular, specifies that the
cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to the
point of cable entry as practical.

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Thank you for purchasing the SpongeBob SquarePants Portable CD
Boombox from Emerson. Please 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 call the Emerson Radio Consumer
Affairs Department at: 800-898-9020.

For future reference, record the serial number in the space provided.

Serial Number__________________________________________

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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.

DANGEROUS VOLTAGE:

The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage within the
product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.

ATTENTION:

The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

DANGER:

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

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.

SURGE PROTECTORS:

It is recommended to use a surge
protector for AC connection. Lightning
and power surges ARE NOT covered
under warranty for this product.

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 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

• Increase the separation between the

• Connect the equipment into an outlet

•

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.

antenna.

equipment and receiver.

on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.

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POWER SOURCES

AC Plug

AC Outlet

+– +– +–

+– +– +–

+– +–

AC:

Unwind the AC cord and extend it to its full
length. Insert the small end of the AC cord
into the AC socket on the side of the unit.
Insert the other end of the AC cord into any
convenient 120V AC, 60Hz household outlet.
NOTE: The AC plug supplied with the unit is
polarized to help minimize the possibility of
electric shock. If the AC plug does not fit into
a nonpolarized AC outlet, do not file or cut the wide blade. It is the user’s responsibility
to have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet.

DC:

Remove the Battery Compartment cover on the bottom of the unit by pressing down the
two tabs and insert eight (8) “C” cell batteries (not included), observing the battery
polarity indicated inside the compartment. Replace the Battery Compartment cover.

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. Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-zinc) or
old batteries with fresh ones.

4. 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.

5. 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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