First Alert WX-17 Stereo System User Manual


 
Installation
Installing/replacing the batteries
The Emergency Alert Radio is designed to use
4 AA batteries (not included) as its primary power
source.
To install batteries:
-Press down and slide down the battery
compartment door.
- Install the batteries taking care to observe the
correct polarities as shown. Close compartment
door.
Do not mix old and new batteries. Do mix battery
types. Use alkaline batteries.
AC Operation:
Using the AC to DC adapter supplied with the unit
will disconnect the batteries automatically. Plug in
the wall adapter into a 120V AC outlet and plug
into jack (6 Volt DC). Only use the adapter
supplied with the unit.
Antenna:
Extend the antenna and rotate the radio for best
reception.
Location Of Controls
1. Carrying Handle: Lift to carry radio.
2. Weather Band Selector Switch: Allows you
to select one of the seven NOAA channels
(1,2,3,4,5,6,7)
3. Earphone Jack: Allows use of earphones
for privacy.
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