User`s manual

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8. Warnings & Cautions
Please follow all the instructions to avoid possible danger to yourself or
others and damage to the unit.
Do not disassemble the unit. There is a high voltage present inside, possibly leading to an
electric shock.
Do not use any voltage of the power source other than designated.
Do not share a single outlet with another plug. These may lead to fire or shock hazards.
Do not damage, break, or modify the power cord. Do not put a heavy object on, pull, or
forcefully bend the cord, either. These may damage the cord, possibly resulting in a fire or
electric shock.
If any anomaly occurs, for example, heat or smoke is generated or an odor is emitted, unplug
the unit immediately and contact your dealer for servicing. There is a danger that further use
may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not modify the unit. Modifications may cause a fire and/or electric shock.
Warning
If foreign matter should get in the unit (including a piece of metal, water, or liquid), disconnect
the plug from the outlet immediately and contact your dealer for servicing. There is a danger
that further use may cause a fire or electric shock.
Do not put a water-filled container or a metal object on top of the unit. If water is spilled or the
metallic object slips inside, a fire or shock hazard may occur.
Do not place the unit near kitchen counter or humidifier. Oil, smoke, or steam generating from
them may cause fire or shock hazards.
Do not insert or drop any other time card than specified into the slot. Such misuse may cause a
fire or electric shock.
If the unit should be dropped or the case be broken, unplug the unit and contact your dealer for
servicing. Further use may lead to a fire or shock hazard.
Be careful not to contact the print head, as you may get hurt or burned.
Do not install the unit in a humid or dusty environment. It may cause a fire or electric shock.
Daily Care
For cleaning, turn the power off and wipe the case clean of dust and dirt with a dry
cloth, etc.
Caution
Lithium battery contains perchlorate material - special handling may apply.
Please go to web site http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for information about
proper methods of disposal.
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Note: There are some environments and weather conditions that may influence the reception of the atomic
clock radio signal. Since it also operates as a highly-accurate (+/- 15 seconds per month) quartz
time clock, the EP800 will function properly while outside the reception area or if it can not receive
the WWVB signal.
Troubleshooting Questions & Answers
Ensure the power cord is properly plugged into
the AC outlet.
1. Wait for the early morning hours to pass.
2. Re-locate in area that is away from metal studs
or close to western facing window.
1. Ensure the correct time zone is selected.
2. Check the Daylight Savings Time setting.
What do I do if the clock does not operate?
What do I do if the clock does not print? Ensure the ribbon is installed properly.
What do I do if no WWVB signal has been received?
What do I do if the time is exact to the minute but the
hour is incorrect?
Questions Answers
Remove paper clips or "sticky notes" from
inside clock.
1. Replace or reinstall ribbon.
2. Check print head.
3. Send to SimplexGrinnell or authorized dealer
for cleaning and service.
Send to SimplexGrinnell or authorized dealer
for service.
1. Make sure ribbon is installed properly.
2. Install new ribbon.
What do I do when the cards are sticking in clock?
What do I do when the clock rejects the cards
without printing?
1. Make sure bar code on cards are not smudged.
2. Removing anything that is blocking bar code
sensor i.e. Sticky pads, from time cards.
What do I do if clock makes a strange noise and
doesn’t print correctly?
What to do if print head is not moving at all?
Will not accept cards.
What to do if print head is moving but it prints very
lightly or not at all?