GE Spacemaker 7-4287 User Manual

7-4287
Spacemaker® Stereo Radio/Cassette Player with Counter Light
User's Guide
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WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
FCC INFORMATION
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interfer­ence received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROW­HEAD WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF "DANGEROUS VOLTAGE" INSIDE THE PRODUCT.
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER­SERVICEABLE PARTS IN­SIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT.
In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or modifications not expressly approved by Thomson Consumer Electronics could void the user’s authority to operate this product.
MOUNTING CONSIDERATIONS
Your Spacemaker® Stereo Radio/Cassette Player with Light and Programmable Appliance Outlet is designed for mounting under shelves or kitchen cabinets. Instructions, hardware and a template are included in the carton.
When selecting a location for mounting your Spacemaker
®
radio, remember...
Cabinet bottom should be of sufficient strength to permit mounting.
Allow room on unit sides to access radio knobs and Appliance Outlet.
An electrical outlet should be within reach of the AC line cord.
Tune radio to an AM station. Hold it in various locations determining which area offers the best reception. AM reception is directional and you may find the radio will perform better in one area than another.
Keep in mind your normal work pattern, especially the use of other countertop electrical appliances. Do not cook or use appliances generating heat or steam directly below the unit.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, do not place any heating or cooking appliances beneath this unit.
POWER FAILURE INDICATOR
Equipped with a power storage capacitor, the unit temporarily holds time set memory during momentary power failures. Time settings will change when AC power is interrupted for more than a second. Digital Display will blink when AC power is restored. To stop display from blinking, press TIME SET HOUR or MINUTE buttons.
TIME SET
The time display has a 24-hour format with AM and PM indicators.
1. Press and hold the TIME SET button.
2. Press the HOUR button to set correct AM/PM hour in the display.
3. Press the MINUTE button to set exact time.
AM
PM
MINUTE
HOURTIME SET
FM
88 92 96 100 104 108
STEREO
530 650 800 1000
AM
AUTO
AUTO
ON HIGH
SET
OUTLET
1300 1700
OFF LOOFF
RADIO
MHz
kHz
ON • OFF
4. Release the TIME SET button.
RADIO OPERATION
1. Press RADIO ON-OFF button to turn on radio; press it again to turn off radio.
2. Slide Band switch to desired broadcast band — AM, FM or FM Stereo.
3. Use TUNING control to select desired station.
4. Adjust VOLUME control to preferred listening level.
AM
PM
TIME SET
STOP/EJECT F.FWD
88 92 96 100 104 108
FM
530 650 800 1000
AM
STEREO
AUTO
OFF
SET
AUTO
ON
MINUTEHOUR
OUTLET
PLAY
REW
OFF LO
RADIO
1300 1700
HIGH
ON • OFF
MHz
kHz
VOLUME
TUNING
AM•FM FM STEREO
NOTE: When the radio is tuned to a station broadcasting in FM stereo, the Stereo Indicator lights up. If reception is poor, set BAND switch to FM (mono) position. This reduces noise, but the station is not received in stereo.
BUILT-IN AFC
AFC (Automatic Frequency Control) helps keep the radio locked on the frequency of an FM station.
Antennas
AM — A ferrite rod antenna is provided for AM reception. FM — The power cord serves as the FM antenna. You may improve reception
by adjusting the position of the power cord.
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OPERATING THE TAPE PLAYER
TO INSERT OR REMOVE A CASSETTE
1. Push the STOP/EJECT button if any of the tape control buttons are engaged.
2. Press the STOP/EJECT button again to open the Cassette Carry door. (The door pivots down from the bottom front edge.)
3. Insert a pre-recorded cassette into the Cassette Carry door, with the exposed tape facing the front. Place the side you want to hear facing down. The tape moves from right to left.
4. Swing the door up to latch it closed.
AM
PM
HOURTIME SET
STOP/EJECT F.FWD REW PLAY
MINUTE
FM
88 92 96 100 104 108
STEREO
530 650 800 1000
AM
AUTO
AUTO
ON HIGH
SET
OUTLET
1300 1700
OFF LOOFF
RADIO
MHz
kHz
ON • OFF
NOTE: To prevent damage, keep door closed when not inserting or removing a cassette.
TAPE PLAYBACK
1. Insert a pre-recorded tape and press the PLAY Button.
2. Adjust the VOLUME control to your listening preference.
NOTE: If the tape PLAY button is pushed while the radio is playing, the radio is automatically muted.
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REWIND
To run the tape backwards, push the REWIND button. Push the STOP/EJECT button when you have rewound to the desired point of your pre-recorded tape.
FAST FORWARD
To quickly skip over portions of the tape, push the the F.FWD (Fast Forward) button. Press the PLAY button again to return button to PLAY operation.
AM
PM
HOURTIME SET
STOP/EJECT F.FWD REW PLAY
MINUTE
FM
88 92 96 100 104 108
STEREO
530 650 800 1000
AM
AUTO
AUTO
ON HIGH
SET
OUTLET
1300 1700
OFF LOOFF
RADIO
ON • OFF
MHz
kHz
AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF
The unit automatically shuts off and will return the buttons to their off position when the end of the tape is reached during any mode of operation.
CLEANING THE TAPE HEAD AND CAPSTAN
Iron oxide particles from the magnetic tape will, in time build up on the parts that come in direct contact with the tape. These deposits can cause a “muffled” sound during playback and may prevent Automatic Shut Off.
To clean the heads; open the Cassette Carry door, push the PLAY button, and the parts shaded (in diagram) can be gently cleaned with a liquid head cleaner.
The parts can also be cleaned using a cassette head-cleaning tape. Follow the manufacturer’s dir ections regarding its use.
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CASSETTE TAPE CARE
A
OFF LO HIGH
If a tape is loose or slack inside the cassette, it may result in scratches on the tape or tape breakage. To avoid this problem, check and tighten the tape (if necessary) by using a pencil or similar object.
Avoid storing tapes in the following areas:
On top of heaters, in direct sunlight or in any other high temperature areas
Near speakers, on TV sets or amplifiers, or near any strong magnetic fields
High humidity areas
BUILT-IN COUNTERTOP LIGHT
Your clock radio includes a light to illuminate the area beneath the radio.
• For less light, move the light switch to the LO position.
• For more illumination, switch to HIGH.
• To turn the light off, place Light switch to OFF.
To replace the bulb:
OFF LO
RADIO
1300 1700
ON • OFF
MHz
kHz
HIGH
VOLUME
TUNING
AM•FM FM STEREO
1. Unplug radio from AC power.
2. Unlatch the cover to open it.
AM
PM
TIME SET
STOP/EJECT F.FWD
88 92 96 100 104 108
FM
530 650 800 1000
AM
STEREO
AUTO
OFF
SET
AUTO
ON
MINUTEHOUR
OUTLET
PLAY
REW
3. Unscrew and remove bulb.
4. Install replacement bulb.
5. Swing cover up and snap it in place.
6. Plug cord into AC outlet, and adjust time settings.
CAUTION: Use only a 40 Watt appliance-type bulb or equivalent for replacement. To prevent hazard, do not operate light without cover.
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THE APPLIANCE OUTLET
The outlet on the left side of your clock radio is rated at 1500 watts maximum for appliances and 600 watts maximum for lamps and TVs. Do not plug in products with higher operating ratings, or do not use extension cords and/or multiple plug adapters on the appliance outlet or the clock radio’s line cord.
OUTLET RATING AC 120V ~ 60HZ
KITCHEN COUNTERTOP APPLIANCES 1500W MAXIMUM
APPLIANCE OUTLET OPERATION
APPLIANCE OUTLET
You can turn the appliance outlet on and off manually or automatically.
MANUAL OPERATION
Turn the OUTLET Mode dial to ON.
AM
ON
OUTLET
AUTO
AUTO
SET
OFF
AM
ON
OUTLET
AUTO
AUTO
SET
OFF
To turn off the outlet, turn dial to OFF.
AUTOMATIC MODE
When in the automatic mode, the appliance outlet turns on and powers any appliance plugged into it, any time of day. For example, you can start your coffeemaker at 7:00 AM every day. Enter the time into AUTO SET and turn the OUTLET Mode dial to AUTO.
For automatic operation of the appliance outlet:
1. Turn the OUTLET Mode dial to AUTO SET position. Auto time is displayed.
2. Press the HOUR and MINUTE buttons until the display shows the desired start time (AM or PM).
3. Set the OUTLET Mode switch to AUTO; the word “Auto” lights up.
4. Plug the appliance into the appliance outlet. The word "On" lights when outlet is active; outlet stays on for approximately 2 hours.
5. To shut off the outlet before automatic shut off time, turn OUTLET Mode dial to OFF; both “On” and “Auto” shut off.
NOTE: If the appliance has an on/off switch, be sure to turn it on. At your preset start time, the appliance outlet will automatically start your appliance.
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IMPORTANT — PLEASE READ
Auto time remains in memory until you change it or until there is a power interruption. If there is a power interruption, Auto Time must be reset.
1. When “On” is lit, the outlet is active and powers an appliance plugged in it.
2. With “Auto” lit, the clock radio is in automatic mode and the outlet is active when clock time reaches the time preset in Auto Set Memory. (You can check this time by turning the OUTLET Mode dial to AUTO SET.)
SERVICE
Only those specially trained in appropriate servicing techniques should repair this product. Refer to the warranty for instructions on how to obtain service.
Attach your sales receipt to the booklet for future reference or write down the date you purchased or received this product as a gift. This information will be valuable if this product requires service during the warranty period.
Purchase Date: Store Name:
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WARRANTY
What does your warranty cover?
Any defect in material or workmanship.
For how long after the original purchase?
One year.
The warranty for rental units begins with the first rental.
What will we do?
Provide you with a new, or at our option, a refurbished unit.
The exchange unit is warranted for the remainder of your product’s original one-year warranty period.
How do you make a warranty claim?
Properly pack your unit. Include any cables, etc., which were originally provided with the product. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials.
Include in the package a copy of the sales receipt or other evidence of date of original purchase. If the unit was a gift, provide a statement specifying the date received. Also print your name and address and a description of the defect. Send standard UPS or its equivalent to:
Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. Product Exchange Center 32 Spur Drive El Paso, Texas 79906
Pay any charges billed to you by the Exchange Center for service not covered by the warranty.
A new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you prepaid freight.
What does your warranty not cover?
Customer instruction. Your Owner’s Manual provides information regarding operating instructions and user controls. For additional information, ask your dealer.
Installation and set-up service adjustments.
Batteries.
Damage from misuse or neglect.
Products which have been modified or incorporated into other products.
Product purchased or serviced outside the USA.
Acts of God, such as but not limited to lightning damage.
How does state law relate to this warranty?
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
What if you purchased your product outside the United States?
This warranty does not apply. See your dealer for details.
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Model 7-4287 347A7939-0001 (Rev. 0 E/S) 95-07 Printed in China
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P.O. Box 1976, Indianapolis, IN 46206
© 1995 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.
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