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FX5351

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SAFETY SYMBOLS
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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do not expose this apparatus to rain or
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water. Dry location use only.
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by the manufacturer.
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for the battery. A charger that may be suitable
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apparatus operation. If damaged, have
the apparatus repaired before use. Use
the apparatus in accordance with these
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The device has been evaluated to meet
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SYMBOLS
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Read the instructions Alerts user to read manual

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Symbol Name Designation/Explanation
Wear eye protection symbol Alerts user to wear eye protection
Always operate with two hands Alerts user to always operate with two hands
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Voltage for DC operation 24 V
Output power 20 W
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING 7RUHGXFHWKHULVNRIߑUH
personal injury, and
product damage due to a short circuit, never
immerse your device, battery pack or
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them. &RUURVLYHRUFRQGXFWLYHÁXLGVVXFKDV
seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and
bleach or bleach-containing products, etc. can
cause a short circuit.
WARNING If any parts are damaged
or missing, do not operate
this product until the parts are replaced. Use
of this product with damaged or missing parts
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WARNING Do not attempt to modify
this device or create
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WARNING To prevent accidental
starting that could cause
serious personal injury, always remove the
battery pack from the device when
assembling parts.
This jobsite radio must be used only with the battery packs and chargers listed below:
Battery Pack Charger
$K $K 8Ah 12Ah
FLEX FX0111 FLEX FX0121 FLEX FX0221 FLEX FX0231 FLEX FX0411 FLEX FX0421
NOTICE: Please refer to the battery pack and charger manuals for detailed operating.
TO ATTACH/DETACH BATTERY PACK
CAUTION Always switch off the unit
before removing the battery
pack.
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open the battery compartment.
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Align the raised rib on the battery pack with the
grooves in the unit, and then slide the battery
pack onto the unit.
NOTICE: When placing the battery pack
onto the unit, be sure that the raised rib
on the battery pack aligns with the groove
inside the unit and that the latches snap into
place properly. Improper attachment of the
battery pack can cause damage to internal
components.
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Fig. 2b

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Close battery compartment cover and hold it,
then press the battery compartment latch.
TO INSTALL COIN CELL
BATTERY (FIG. 3a 3b
WARNING Danger of explosion if
battery is incorrectly
replaced. When replacing battery, replace it with
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batteries. Do not store or carry batteries in such
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battery terminals.
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order to store the time and your preset radio
stations. When the unit is in the OFF position,
this memory function is powered by one coin
cell battery that is included with the unit.
a. Loosen the screw on the battery
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screw and the battery door.
b. Install the coin cell battery observing the
correct polarity.
c. Replace the battery door, insert the screw and
tighten it clockwise.
DANGER Do not ingest battery.
Chemical burn hazard. This
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can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries
away from children. If the battery compartment
does not close securely, stop using the product
and keep it away from children. If you think
batteries might have been swallowed or placed
inside any part of the body, seek immediate
medical attention.
Fig. 2c
Fig. 3a
Fig. 3b

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USING SUPPLIED AC POWER ADAPTOR
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Insert the AC power adaptor plug into the DC
socket on the back side of the radio.
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Whenever the power adaptor is used, the
battery pack is automatically disconnected. The
AC adaptor should be disconnected from the
power outlet when not in use.
NOTE: The battery pack cannot be charged
using the power adaptor. The battery packs can
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in this manual.
POSITIONABLE FLEXIBLE ANTENNA
To decrease interference or static noise, rotate
the antenna or move the unit to a higher
elevation. The antenna folds down and out of
the way when not in use.
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Switching on:
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seconds. The unit switches on. The background
illumination of the display lights up.
Switching off:
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The unit switches off.
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Off knob , the unit switches to standby mode
and back light disappears. During standby
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the unit. During standby mode any function is
unavailable except the LED light.
NOTICE:
When in standby mode, the unit will turn off
automatically after 30 minutes of inactivity.
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 6

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SETTING THE TIME
During any mode, press the CLOCK button
to set the time. The numbers blink in this order:
hour> minute> month> date> year.
3UHVVWKH or button to change each value.
3UHVVWKH&/2&.EXWWRQ to switch to the next
setting.
To save the time settings press the clock button
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any other button for 10 seconds, the procedure
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discarded.
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To increase the volume, rotate the volume knob
clockwise. To reduce it, turn the knob to the
left.
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the volume knob to unmute the sound.
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on or off:
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boost function is on, the BASS symbol lights up.
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the operating mode until the desired mode is
displayed.
The following operating modes are available:
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cable
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Bluetooth®
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The active operating mode is shown by means
of the corresponding symbol on the top of the
display.
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Activate the Bluetooth®operating mode with the
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Activate the Bluetooth function on the device
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Bluetooth connection. For this purpose, follow
the instructions in the operating manual of the
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Single press or button to change to previous
or next song.
3UHVV button to pause or play.
NOTICE:
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after successful pairing, press the button
and hold for 3 seconds. The paired device is
disconnected.
– When in Bluetooth operating mode, the unit
will turn off automatically after 10 minutes of
inactivity.
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Fig. 10

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Select the AUX operating mode using the
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Remove the rubber cover from the AUX IN
connector and connect the external music
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included AUX cable. Switch on the external
music source and start the playback.
Set the volume with the regulator for the
external music source or the volume knob of the
unit.
An external speaker or headphones can be
connected to the AUX OUT connector. Switch
on the unit and audio will be output to the
external speaker or headphones. You can also
EULHÁ\SUHVVWKHPXWHEXWWRQ to mute the
sound
NOTE:
– Batteries of the connected devices cannot be
charged via the AUX connection.
– When the unit is switched off, the connected
devices are not switched off.
– After using AUX or USB connectors, replace
the rubber covers to protect the connectors
against dust, dirt or moisture.
CHARGING EXTERNAL DEVICES VIA THE
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Insert the USB plug of the device to be charged
into the USB port of the unit.
The USB power output port is a connection port
for powering low power devices such as cellular
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Immediately disconnect the USB device after
charging.
NOTE:
– No music playback available via USB
connection.
– After using the USB port, replace the rubber
cover to protect the port against dust, dirt or
moisture.
Fig. 11
Fig. 12

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When the unit is turned on, the LED will default
to light the display. You can view the time, radio
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display.
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turned off.
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turned on.
TUNING AM AND FM
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button are used to tune to the desired radio
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the display.
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highlighted.
Manual tuning: %ULHÁ\SUHVVWKH or button
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display.
Scan Tuning: 3UHVVWKH or button and hold
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on the display. The right arrow button may be
pressed for 3 second again to continue seeking
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arrow button may be pressed to seek radio
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STORING STATIONS IN PRESET MEMORIES
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waveband.
To store the current radio station, press and
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number is shown on the display. The station is
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Repeat this procedure for the remaining
presets. Stations stored in the preset memory
can be overwritten by following the procedures
described above.
To recall stations from the preset memories,
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unit is in radio mode. The preset number and
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and hold on for 8 seconds to enter into the
factory reset function interface. All stored data
in the device will be cleared and restored to the
original settings.
MOUNTING THE UNIT TO A TRIPOD
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WARNING Ensure the unit is securely
mounted on your tripod.
Unsecured unit may fall resulting in personal
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING To avoid serious personal
injury, always remove the
battery pack from the unit when cleaning or
performing any maintenance.
SERVICE
WARNING Preventive maintenance
performed by
unauthorized personnel may result in
misplacing of internal wires and
components which could cause a serious
hazard. We recommend that all tool service be
performed by a FLEX Factory Service Center or
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
WARNING When servicing, use only
identical replacement
parts. Use of any other parts could create a
hazard or cause product damage.
CLEANING
WARNING Always use only a soft, dry
cloth to clean the unit. Never
use detergent or alcohol. Clean dust and debris
from vents. Keep the unit clean, dry and free of
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combustible solvents around products.
WARNING Certain cleaning agents
and solvents damage
plastic parts. Some of these are: gasoline,
carbon tetrachloride, chlorinated cleaning
solvents, ammonia and household detergents
that contain ammonia.
STORAGE
Store the unit indoors in a place that is
inaccessible to children. Keep away from
corrosive agents.
ACCESSORIES
WARNING 7KHXVHRIDQ\RWKHUDFFHVVRULHVQRWVSHFLߑHGLQWKLVPDQXDOPD\FUHDWHD
hazard.
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purchase when the original purchaser registers the product within 30 days from the date of original
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Warranty and, to the extent permitted by law, any warranty or condition implied by law, shall be
the repair or replacement of parts, without charge, which are defective in material or workmanship
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in the U.S. and some Canadian provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
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have other rights which vary by state in the U.S. and by province in Canada.
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