Bush CCRXL181 Assembly Instructions

Installation & User Instructions – Please keep for future reference
Important – Please read these instructions fully before installing or using
249/6306 (D)
BUSH - FM/MW Clock Radio Alarm
These instructions contain important information which will help you get the best from your
appliance and ensure safe and correct installation, use and maintenance.
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline: 0870 600 3030
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Table of contents
Accessories included .........................3
Overview of controls ..........................3
Battery installation (backup only).............3
Mains power connection......................3
Standby mode................................3
Setting the time ..............................4
Setting the alarms............................4
Snooze mode.................................4
Sleep timer...................................4
Sleep timer (cont) ............................5
Volume controls ..............................5
Radio operation ..............................5
Saving & recalling presets ....................5
Display brightness............................5
Technical specifications ......................5
Care & maintenance ..........................5
Disposal information .........................6
UK mains plug ................................6
Product Code
CCRXL181
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Safety information
Important – Please read these instructions fully before using
CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OFELECTRIC SHOCK,DO NOT REMOVE ANY COVER.NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE,REFER ANY SERVICINGTO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
• Please take the time to follow the instructions in this
owner’s guide carefully. It will help you set up and operate
your system properly and enjoy all of its advanced
features.
• Please save this owner’s guide for future reference.
• The product label is located on the back of the product.
• Heed all warnings - on the product and in the owner’s
guide.
• Do not use this apparatus near water or moisture.
• Do not use this product near a bathtub,washbowl,
kitchen sink,and laundry tub,in a wet basement,near a
swimming pool, or anywhere else that water or moisture
is present.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time - to prevent damage to
this product.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel
• Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way:such as liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus;the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture,does not operate
normally, or has been dropped -
• Do not attempt to service this product yourself.
• Opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltages or other hazards.
• To prevent risk of fire or electric shock,avoid overloading
wall outlets,extension cords,or integral convenience
receptacles.
• Use suitable power sources - Plug the product into a
suitable power source,as described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the product.
• The mains plug is used as the disconnect device,the
disconnect device shall remain readily accessible.
• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and that no objects filled with liquids,such as
vases,shall be placed on the apparatus.
• Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as
the disconnect device,the disconnect device shall remain
readily operable.
• Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunshine,fire or the like.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
DO NOT OPEN!
This symbol means that this mains charger is
double insulated.An earth connection is not
required.
• Any electrical work that is required to install this
appliance MUSTbe carried out by a qualified electrician.
• Before making any electrical connections,ensure the
following:
• Do not bend,stretch or pull the supply cable in order to
avoid electric shock.
• The supply voltage should be the same as that indicated
in the technical specifications and the appliance rating
plate.
• When installed,the power socket must be within easy
reach.
• If the socket outlets in your home are not suitable for
the plug supplied with this unit check with a qualified
electrician for replacement.
• The use of multiple connectors or extension cables are
not recommended.
• The appliance must be connected to a 100-240 volt
50/60Hz AC supply by means of a three pin socket.
• The main plug is used as the disconnect device,the
disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
• In order to disconnect the apparatus from the mains
completely, switch off the outlet and remove the mains
plug completely.
This product complies with European low voltage
(2006/95/EC) and electromagnetic compatibility
(2004/108/EC) directives.

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Functions & controls
Please familiarize yourself with the parts and accessories listed below
Accessories included
• 1 x CCRXL181
• 1 x Instruction manual
Overview of controls
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SLEEP
1
6
54 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
14
2 3
1: ALARM1 STATUS indicators
2: DISPLAY
3: ALARM2 STATUS indicators
4: ANTENNA
5: SNOOZE/SLEEP button
6: CLOCK/MEM button
7: TUNE-/MIN button
8:TUNE+/HR button
9: DIMMER button
10: VOL- / AL2 button
11: VOL+ / AL1 button
12: SOURCE/ALARM OFF/STANDBY button
13: MAINS cable
14: BACKUP BATTERY compartment
Battery installation (backup only)
1: Remove the battery compartment cover (14) from the
bottom of the unit.By pressing the tab inwards (in the
direction of the engraved arrow) and lifting.
2: Insert 2x AAA batteries into the compartment,taking
care to match the battery orientations marked on the
inside of the compartment.
3: Replace the battery compartment cover.
NOTE:Battery backup retains clock, presets &
alarm settings.
Mains power connection
1: Connect the mains plug (13) to a UK wall socket.
2: Switch the wall socket ON.
3: The unit will enter STANDBY mode after powering on.
Standby mode
Entering standby mode when the unit is not being
used will save energy.
1: To enter STANDBY mode press and hold the SOURCE/
ALARM OFF/STANDBY button (12).Press again to
wake.
NOTE:Programmed alarms will still sound when
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Setting the time
The clock setting must be performed while in
STANDBY mode.
1: Ensure the mains power is connected and powered
ON.
2: Enter STANDBY mode (see page 3) if not already.
3: Press and hold the CLOCK/MEM button (6) for 1
second,until the clock digits on the display flash.
4: Use the TUNE+/HR button (8) to adjust the HOUR
digits,and the TUNE-/MIN button (7) to adjust the
MINUTE digits.
5: When finished press the CLOCK/MEM button (6) to
store the setting.
Setting the alarms
The alarm settings must be performed while in
STANDBY mode.
1: Ensure the mains power is connected and powered
ON.
2: Enter STANDBY mode (see page 3) if not already.
3: Press either VOL+/AL1 (ALARM1) (11) or VOL-/AL2
(ALARM 2) (10) button.The display flashes and a red
dot appears behind the AL1 or AL2 indicator on the
display.
4: Use the TUNE+/HR button (8) to adjust the HOUR
digits,and the TUNE-/MIN button (7) to adjust the
MINUTE digits.
BUZZER
ALARM1
RADIO RADIO
BUZZER
ALARM2
5: Press the VOL+/AL1 button (11) or VOL-/AL2 button
(10) once more to store the setting.
6:The red dot will remain behind the AL1 or AL2
indicators to denote ALARM1 or 2is active.
7: After programming the alarm time you will need to set
the alarm type.
Press the VOL+/AL1 (ALARM1) (11) or VOL-/AL2
(ALARM 2) (10) repeatedly to cycle through the
available options of:- BUZZER, RADIO or OFF (to
disable the alarm).Each press moves the red dot
on the display to the mode selected.When you find
the option you wish to use simply leave all buttons
untouched for 2seconds to activate that option.
Setting the alarms (cont)
NOTE:The default alarm mode is BUZZER.
When the red dot disappears the alarm is no
longer active.
BUZZER
ALARM1
RADIO RADIO
BUZZER
ALARM2
8:To stop the alarm sounding press the SOURCE/
ALARM OFF/STANDBY button (12).
9:To disable the alarm OFF, follow step 7.
NOTE:When setting an alarm to radio mode,the
last used volume level & station will be used.The
buzzer volume is not adjustable.
Snooze mode
When the alarm sounds, you may wish to delay the
alarm. Follow the below steps to activate the SNOOZE
function and delay the alarm for 9 minutes.
1: When the alarm is sounding press the SNOOZE /
SLEEP button (5) to activate the snooze function.
You will see a red dot flash behind the AL1 or AL2
indicator, depending on which alarm was sounding.
BUZZER
ALARM1
RADIO RADIO
BUZZER
ALARM2
2: To disable the SNOOZE function at any time or to
cancel the alarm when it sounds next press the
SOURCE/ALARM OFF/STANDBY button (12).
Sleep timer
Should you wish to set a timer for the radio to enter
STANDBY mode follow the below steps.
1: Ensure the mains power is connected and powered
ON.
2: Tune to a radio station (page 5 (if not already)).
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Sleep timer (cont)
3: Press the SLEEP button (5) to cycle through the
available time duration presets eg:- 90, 80, 70, 60,
50, 40, 30, 20, 10 & OFF. When you have selected the
duration you require leave all buttons alone for 2
seconds to activate the countdown timer.
4: When the timer expires the unit will enter STANDBY
mode.
Volume controls
1: To increase the volume level press the VOL+/AL1
button (11).
2: You will see numeric digits appear on the display to
indicate the volume level 0(lowest) - 16 (highest).
3: To decrease the volume level press the VOL-/AL2
button (10).
Radio operation
1: Ensure the mains power is connected and powered
ON,and the ANTENNA is extended (4).
2: Pressing the SOURCE/ALARM OFF/STANDBY button
(12) repeatedly switches between FM & MW modes.
3: After selecting the frequency band you will need to
tune a station.Press and hold the TUNE-/MIN button
(7) or TUNE+/HR button (8) to begin scanning up or
down the frequency range of the selected band.
4: To fine tune the frequency you can press the TUNE-/
MIN button (7) or TUNE+/HR button (8) to skip
0.1Mhz increments.
Saving & recalling presets
You can store up to 10 radio stations in preset
locations for FM & MW.
1: When you have tuned to a radio station you wish to
store as a preset, press & hold the CLOCK/MEM
button (6).You will see ‘P--’ flash on the display (‘--’
denotes the preset location number).
P 01
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ALARM1
RADIO RADIO
BUZZER
ALARM2
Saving & recalling presets (cont)
2: Each time you press & hold the CLOCK/MEM button
(6) the current station will be stored to the next preset
number. For example,you have saved a station to
preset 1. The next time you press & hold the CLOCK/
MEM button the station will be stored in P02 (preset
2).
3: To recall a station saved to a preset location,press the
CLOCK/MEM button (6) repeatedly to cycle through
the preset locations 1-10.When you have selected
the preset location you require the station will auto
tune after 1second.
Display brightness
There are two options for setting the display brightness.
1: Press the DIMMER button (9) repeatedly to cycle
between bright and dim.
NOTE: In Standby mode increasing the brightness
only lasts for 3 minutes before dimming once
more.
Technical specifications
General
Power ...........................AC:230-240V ~ 50Hz
Batteries ........2 x AAA 1.5V batteries (clock backup)
Dimensions ........Approx.60(D) x 222(W) x 88(H)mm
Tuner
FM ..................................... 87.5-108MHz
MW ....................................522-1620KHz
Audio
Playback system .....................0.28W x 1 (RMS)
Care & maintenance
Care and cleaning
• All care and cleaning operations should be carried out
with the unit unplugged from the mains power.
• Occasionally wipe the cabinet with a lint free duster.
Never clean the unit with liquids or solvents.
User instructions

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User instructions
Troubleshooting
In the unlikely event of difficulties with your appliance please follow the trouble shooting guide below.
If the problem persists,contact the retailer if the machine is still under guarantee.
Customer helpline:0870 600 3030
Problem Reason(s) Solution(s)
No Power • Power cable not connected to wall
socket.
• Power socket is not switched on.
• Make sure the plug is connected.
• Switch the power on.
Radio reception weak • Extend or re-position the FM antenna.
• Re-position the main unit for MW reception
No sound • Volume control set to minimum • Increase the volume level
Time reset to 12:00 • Backup batteries exhausted
• Clock not set
• Replace the batteries
• Set the clock following steps on pg 4
Alarm does not sound • Alarm mode not active
• Clock not set
• Alarm not set
• Activate the alarm following steps on
pg 4
• Set the clock following steps on pg 4
• Activate the alarm following steps on
pg 4
No sound from the radio • Unit isn’t ON
• Volume control set to minimum
• Switch the unit ON with the SOURCE/
ALARM OFF/STANDBY button (12)
• Increase the volume level
Disposal information
WEEE marking“Information for the consumer”
Disposal of your old product Your product is
designed and manufactured with high quality
materials and components,which can be recycled and
reused.When this crossed out wheeled bin symbol is
attached to a product it means the product is covered by
the European Directive 2002/96/EC.
Please make yourself aware of the local collection
system for electrical and electronic products.Please act
according to your local rules and do not dispose of your
old products with your normal household waste.The
correct disposal of your old product will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the environment
and human health.
UK mains plug
For your convenience a mains plug with a fuse (3
Amp) has been fitted to this appliance. For your safety
please observe the following information.
The unit is designed to operate on AC mains supply 230
volts,50 Hz.
• The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
BLUE.........NEUTRAL
BROWN.....LIVE
• Under no circumstances should Neutral or Live wires
be connected to the‘E’(Earth) terminal.

Guarantee
PRODUCT GUARANTEE
This productis guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of
Year
This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase.
Any defect that arises due tofaulty materials or workmanship will either be replaced,
refunded or repaired free of charge where possible during this period by the dealer from
whom you purchased the unit.
The guarantee is subjectto the following provisions:
The guarantee does not cover accidental damage, misuse, cabinet parts,knobs or
consumable items.
The productmust be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the instructions
contained in this manual.
It must be used solely for domestic purpose.
The guarantee will be rendered invalided if the product is re-sold or has been damaged by
inexpert repair.
Specifications are subject tochange without notice.
The manufacturer disclaims any liability for the incidental or consequential damages.
The guarantee is in addition to, and does not diminish your statutory or legal rights.
Guarantor: Argos Limited
489 - 499 Avebury Boulevard
Central Milton Keynes
MK9 2NW