2-1612.fm Page 1 Friday, June 4, 1999 1:01 PM Cat. No. 12-1612. A OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment.
12-1612.fm Page 2 Friday, June 4, 1999 1:01 PM FEATURES Your Optimus Kitchenmate-102 AM/ FM Under Cabinet Clock Radio is a great asset to any kitchen. Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. Its features include: Under-the-Cabinet Design — leaves counter space free for a working area. Swivel Bracket — lets you position the clock radio so you can see the clock from anywhere in the kitchen. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN.
12-1612.fm Page 3 Friday, June 4, 1999 1:01 PM CONTENTS Installation ............................................................................................................ Choosing the Mounting Location .................................................................... Mounting the Bracket ...................................................................................... Attaching the Radio .........................................................................................
12-1612.fm Page 4 Friday, June 4, 1999 1:01 PM INSTALLATION CHOOSING THE MOUNTING LOCATION The first step in mounting the clock radio is choosing a location that allows full movement of the clock radio on the mounting bracket. This is how much clearance you need on each side of the bracket: Illustration -- Show space needed on each side of bracket When choosing the clock radio’s mounting location, be sure that: • The cabinet bottom is strong enough to hold the weight of the clock radio.
12-1612.fm Page 5 Friday, June 4, 1999 1:01 PM ATTACHING THE RADIO Notes: • If you use a wood block, use longer screws than those supplied with the clock radio. The screws must be able to penetrate the block and go deep enough into the cabinet to firmly anchor the clock radio. 1. Slide the clock radio into the mounting bracket until it slides into place. Illustration • On some hardwood surfaces, you might need to make starter holes to get the supplied screws started into the wood. 4.
12-1612.fm Page 6 Friday, June 4, 1999 1:01 PM To remove the clock radio from the bracket, unplug it first. Then slowly slide out the clock radio. 2. Snap the battery into the terminals and place it in the compartment. Illustration INSTALLING THE BACKUP BATTERY To keep the clock running during an AC power failure, install a 9-volt backup battery (not supplied). We recommend a RadioShack alkaline battery. If the AC power fails, the clock display disappears, but the clock keeps operating.
12-1612.fm Page 7 Friday, June 4, 1999 1:01 PM OPERATION SETTING THE TIME 1. Press and hold CLOCK SET, then press FORWARD FAST/SLOW or REVERSE FAST/SLOW to set the correct time. Illustration 2. Set RADIO ON/OFF to ON. 3. Set RADIO AM/FM to the desired band. 4. Rotate VOLUME to a comfortable listening level. 5. Rotate TUNING to the desired frequency. 6. To turn off the clock radio, set RADIO ON/OFF to OFF.
12-1612.fm Page 8 Friday, June 4, 1999 1:01 PM • The outlet is designed so a polarized plug (one blade larger than the other) can fit into the outlet only one way. Forcing the plug the wrong way could damage the plug or the clock radio. • Do not use an extension cord or multiple plug adapter with the appliance outlet. To keep the power on all the time, press APPLIANCE ON. To turn off the power, press APPLIANCE OFF. Illustration Illustration 2.
12-1612.fm Page 9 Friday, June 4, 1999 1:01 PM The appliance outlet is now automatically programmed to turn on and off at the preset times and the AUTO indicator lights. Illustration showing AUTO indicator 2. If the appliance has an on/off switch, be sure to set it to on. 3. When the preset end time is reached, power to the appliance automatically turns off. To reset the timer to start at the same time the next day, simply press APPLIANCE AUTO.
12-1612.fm Page 10 Friday, June 4, 1999 1:01 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE. Your Optimus Kitchenmate-102 AM/FM Under Cabinet Clock Radio is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your clock radio so you can enjoy it for years. Keep the clock radio dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liquids might contain minerals that can corrode the electronic circuits. Use and store the clock radio only in normal temperature environments.
12-1612.fm Page 11 Friday, June 4, 1999 1:01 PM FCC INFORMATION Your clock radio might cause TV or radio interference even when it is operating properly. To determine whether your clock radio is causing the interference, turn off your clock radio. If the interference goes away, your clock radio is causing it.
-1612.fm Page 12 Friday, June 4, 1999 1:01 PM SPECIFICATIONS Frequency Range.............................................................................. AM: 530–1710 kHz FM: 88–108 MHz Power Source................................................................................ AC 120 V, 60 Hz, 6 W Power Output ................................................................................. 280 mW at 10% THD Speaker................................................ 3 Inch (7.
