Akai A60014 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PORTABLE AM/FM RADIO
MODEL: A60014

We declare that this product conforms to the following product legislation in accordance
with the following directive(s):
2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive.
2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive.
2011/65/EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive.
2014/53/EU Radio Equipment Directive.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
TECHNICAL DATA
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed for 12 months
from the date of the original purchase.
If any defect arises due to faulty materials
or workmanship, the faulty product must
be returned to the place of purchase.
Refund or replacement is at the discretion
of the retailer.
The following conditions apply:
The product must be returned to the
retailer with the proof of purchase.
The product must be installed and used
in accordance with the instructions
contained in this instruction guide.
This item is for domestic purposes only.
This guarantee does not cover wear and
tear, damage, misuse or consumable
parts.
RK Wholesale LTD has limited
responsibility for incidental or
consequential loss or damage.
Valid in the UK and Eire only.
An extended guarantee is available.
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MODEL NO: A60014
POWER
ADAPTOR
INPUT: 220-240V ~50HZ
OUTPUT: DC 6V 1000mA 6VA
PRODUCT RATING: DC 6V (4 X 1.5V BATTERIES, NOT INCLUDED)
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION - RETAIN FOR FUTURE USE
SAFETY INFORMATION
Important safety instructions – read carefully before use.
It is important that this instruction manual should be retained with
the radio for future reference. These warnings have been provided
in the interest of safety. You MUST read them carefully before
installation or use.
WARNING
• Check that the voltage
of the main circuit
corresponds with the
rating of the appliance
before operating.
• Please ensure that the
appliance is used on a
stable, level, and heat
resistant surface.
• DO NOT immerse cords,
plugs or any part of the
appliance in water or any
other liquid.
• DO NOT leave the
appliance unattended
while it is operating.
• Close supervision is
necessary when any
appliance is used by or
near children or pets.
• This appliance can be
used by children aged
from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or
lack of experience and
knowledge if they have
been given supervision or
instruction concerning use
of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the
hazards involved.
• Children shall not play with
the appliance.
• Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be
made by children without
supervision.
• Switch off at the wall
socket then remove the
plug from the socket
when not in use or before
cleaning.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION - RETAIN FOR FUTURE USE
• If the supply cord or
appliance is damaged,
stop using the appliance
immediately and
seek advice from the
manufacturer or its
service agent or a similarly
qualified person.
• DO NOT let the cord hang
over the edge of a table
or counter or let it come
into contact with any hot
surfaces.
• The use of accessory
attachments is not
recommended by the
appliance manufacturer
apart from those supplied
with this product. DO NOT
use extension cords with
the appliance.
• DO NOT pull the plug out
by the cord as this may
damage the plug and/or
the cable.
• DO NOT use this product
for anything other than its
intended use.
• This appliance is for
household use only.
• DO NOT carry the
appliance by the power
cord.
• DO NOT use the appliance
• DO NOT block any
ventilation openings &
install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
• DO NOT install near any
strong magnets or heat
sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or
other appliances (including
amplifiers) that produce
heat.
• Unplug this appliance
during lightning storms
or when unused for long
periods of time.
• If the appliance is not going
to be used for a period of
time please ensure that it
is fully disconnected, from
the mains power.
• CAUTION! Battery usage.
To prevent battery leakage
which may result in bodily
injury or damage to the
appliance: Install all
batteries correctly, and
align + and - as marked on
the appliances.
• Remove batteries when
the appliance is not used
for a long time.

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• If the appliance is brought
directly from a cold place
to a warm one, moisture
may condense inside the
appliance which will cause
malfunction. Should this
occur, leave the appliance
off for a few hours until the
moisture evaporates.
• DO NOT place anything
heavy on to the appliance.
• Never attempt to
disassemble the appliance.
There probably would be a
risk of electric shock and/
or harm by exposure.
• In the unlikely event the
appliance develops a fault,
stop using it immediately
and seek advice from the
service department:
[phone]
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APPLIANCES BEARING THE SYMBOL SHOWN ABOVE MAY NOT BE DISPOSED OF IN
DOMESTIC RUBBISH.
YOU ARE REQUIRED TO DISPOSE OF THE OLD ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC
APPLIANCES LIKE THIS SEPARATELY, PLEASE VISIT :
WWW.RECYCLE-MORE.CO.UK OR WWW.RECYCLENOW.CO.UK
FOR ACCESS TO INFORMATION ABOUT THE RECYCLING OF ITEMS.
THE WEEE DIRECTIVE, INTRODUCED IN AUGUST 2006 STATES THAT ALL ELECTRICAL
ITEMS MUST BE RECYCLED RATHER THAN TAKEN TO LANDFILL.
PLEASE ARRANGE TO TAKE THIS APPLIANCE TO YOUR LOCAL REFUSE CENTRE.

FRONT PANEL
1. FM ANTENNA
2. TUNER
3. VOLUME
4. BATTERY COMPARTMENT
5. POWER SOCKET
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
1. INSTRUCTION MANUAL
2. RADIO
3. POWER ADAPTOR
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CONTROL PANEL
1. HEADPHONE JACK
2. AUX-IN JACK
3. SD CARD SLOT
4. USB PORT
5. PREV
6. NEXT
7. FUNCTION
8. STOP
9. PLAY/PAUSE
10. POWER
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USING YOUR APPLIANCE
POWERING ON:
The Portable Radio can be powered
through 4 x C batteries or using the power
adaptor.
Once the unit has been powered up, press
the POWER button to turn it on.
BATTERIES:
• Open the battery compartment
located at the back of the Portable
Radio and place 4 x size ‘C’ batteries
(not included), taking care not to
reverse the poles. Close the battery
compartment.
POWER ADAPTOR:
• Insert one end of the power adaptor
into the DC jack on the back of the
Portable Radio. Plug the other end of
the adaptor in at the mains and turn
on. To switch off completely, unplug
the power cord from the wall outlet.
CONTROLS:
Play/Pause: Press to play or pause
playback.
Stop: Press to stop playback.
Prev: Press to skip to the previous
song. Long press to rewind.
Next: Press to skip to the next song.
Long press to fast forward.
Function: Press to change modes (USB/
SD, AUX and RADIO modes).
In radio mode, press to
change between FM and AM.
RADIO:
1. Turn the Portable Radio on.
2. Press the function button to select
RADIO mode.
3. When you have selected RADIO mode,
press the function button to change
between FM and AM.
4. Rotate the volume control dial to
adjust the volume.
5. Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the
radio frequency.
6. Extend the antenna to its full length
when on FM mode.
AUX-IN:
1. Connect an AUX cable (not included) to
the AUX-IN jack of the Portable Radio.
Connect the other end to your external
device.
2. Press the function button to select
AUX mode.
3. Select and play songs from your
external device. The sound will be
played through the speakers of the
radio.
4. Rotate the volume control dial to
adjust the volume.
USB/SD:
1. Insert your USB or SD card into
the corresponding port/slot on the
Portable Radio.
2. Press the function button to select
USB/SD mode.
3. Use the buttons on the Portable Radio
to control playback.
STANDBY:
1. The Portable Radio will switch to
standby mode if it is left idle on the
AUX or USB/SD modes for over 10
minutes.

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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
1. Always disconnect the Portable Radio
from the power supply and/or remove
the batteries before cleaning.
2. Clean the Portable Radio with a soft,
damp, lint free cloth.
3. Do not use abrasives or harsh
cleaners.
WARNING:
DO NOT IMMERSE ANY ELECTRICAL PART OF
THE APPLIANCE IN WATER SUCH AS MOTOR
UNITS OR PLUGS.
PLEASE SEE CLEANING SECTION FOR
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
No sound/Power. Volume turned down.
Power cord not securely
connected.
Batteries dead/incorrectly
inserted.
Adjust the volume using the
volume dial.
Reconnect the power cord.
Remove the batteries and
re-insert. If it still does not work,
insert fresh batteries.
No radio signal. Antenna not adjusted/no
frequency.
When listening to FM radio,
ensure the antenna is fully
adjusted.
Use the tuning dial to adjust the
radio frequency.

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NOTES

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