Sharper Image 205404 User Manual

Emergency Solar Hand Crank Radio

Item No. 205404

User’s Guide

1. Controls

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Description

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Description

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Flashlight ON/OFF button

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Clock/Radio Tune Down ( ) button

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Vo l u m e Down (-) button

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Radio Mode Select and Clock Set button

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Vo l u m e Up (+) button

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Weather Alert Indicator

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Solar Panel

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Speaker

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Power On/Standby ( )

Figure 1

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Clock/Radio Tune Up ( ) button

LCD Display

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Description

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Description

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Telescopic Antenna

USB Charging Port (under the Rubber Dust Cover)
Metal Clasp

Headphone Jack (under the Rubber Dust Cover)

Battery Compartment
Rubber Dust Cover

Reset button (under the Rubber Dust Cover)

Mini USB DC Input Port (under the
Rubber Dust Cover)

Crank Handle

Figure 2

2. Important Notes and Warnings

1.1. Before Yo u Get Started#

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Charging Indicator (under the
Rubber Dust Cover)

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20 Solar /Cranking Charging Indicator

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• Remove the plastic battery pull tab that was included during shipping to energize the
rechargeable battery.

• Press the reset button with an open-ended paper clip (Figure 2, Reference 21).

• If the display does not turn on after, press the RESET button, the internal rechargeable battery

may become very low power. Lift the crank handle and rotate the crank clockwise or connect
the unit to computer or USB charger for charging.

1.2. Warnings#

When used in the directed manner, this unit has been designed and manufactured to ensure your
personal safety. However, improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. Please
read all safety and operating instructions carefully before use, and keep these instructions handy for
future reference. Take special note of all warnings listed in these instructions.

Before using this product, please read th e fo llow in g warning and cautions:

Lithium!Battery!Safety!Instructions#

• Do not burn or bury batteries. Do not puncture or crush. Do not disassemble. Recycle Lithium

batteries. Do not dispose of in the trash.

• If the electrolyte in the cells should get on your skin, thoroughly wash with soap and water. If

in the eyes, rinse thoroughly with cool water. Immediately seek medical attention.

• Charge batteries on a fireproof surface away from flammable items or liquids.

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1. Read these instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the

unit is operated.

2. Keep these instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be kept for future
reference.

3. Heed all warnings – All warnings on the device and in the operating instructions should be
adhered to.

4. Do not use this item near water – The device should not be used near water; for example, near
a bath tub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

5. The device should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.

6. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other device

(including amplifiers) that produce heat. The battery can explode.

7. Do not place near a fire. The battery can explode.

8. Only use attachments / accessories recommended by the manufacturer.

9. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the device has

been damaged in any way, such as liquid has been spilled or the device has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

10. This device shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and that no object filled with
liquids such as vases shall be placed on the device.

11. Unplug immediately if liquid has been spilled or any object has fallen into the unit.

12. Unplug on time after the battery is fully charged.

13. Power Sources – The device should be connected to a power supply only the type described in

the operating instructions or as marked on the device. Do not overload wall outlet.

14. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type.

15. Do not attempt to dismantle, open or repair this product yourself.

16. Only operate within specified temperature range (32 °F to 131 °F).

17. Do not store the AAA batteries for extend periods of time. They may leak or rupture and

damage the unit.

Hand!Crank!Warning#

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To prevent overheating of the dynamo hand crank and permanent damage, do not crank faster than
approximately two revolutions per second. Do not crank continuously for more than two minutes.
After two minutes, allow two minutes of rest before cranking again.

3. Features

The Emergency Solar Hand Crank Radio includes the following features:

• Super bright 3 LED flashlight

• AM/FM with Weather Band Feature

• Weather Alert Feature (public alert certified)

• Emergency smart phone/mp3/mp4/USB charger

• Backlight digital display

• Clock

• Audio output (headphones)

4. Power Sources

The Emergency Solar Hand Crank Radio can be powered from the following sources:

• DC power from a USB power source, such as a computer

• AC power by adding a USB to AC adaptor (not included)

• DC car charger by adding a USB to DC car adaptor (not included)

• Solar power

• Hand crank power

• Three AAA batteries (not included)

NOTE: There is a charging LED on the back of the unit (Figure 2, reference 17). The LED is flashing
du

ring charging. When fully charged, the LED will turn on constantly.

NOTE: Lithium battery is always on priority in power supply compared with AAA batteries. Only
when lithium battery has insufficient power or there
be used.

’s no lith

ium battery at all will AAA battery power

4.1 DC and AC Power

Prior to using the Emergency Solar Hand Crank Radio, we recommend you fully charge the
rechargeable battery through the USB Power Input (Figure 2). This may take up to four hours.

Connect the DC power input cable to the USB mini jack, and the other end to the USB power source.
The red battery charge indicator light will be flashing when charging (Figure 2). Continue to charge
the Emergency Solar Hand Crank Radio for several hours or until the charging light turns on
constantly. The Emergency Solar Hand Crank Radio is now ready for use.

NOTE: Use 5.0V USB power source (from a computer or appropriate AC or DC adaptor). Over­voltage may result in damaging the Emergency Solar Hand Crank Radio.

4.2 Solar Power

Place the Emergency Solar Hand Crank Radio in direct (or indirect) sunlight with the solar panel