GE Spacemaker 7-4287 User manual

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7-4287
Spacemaker®Stereo Radio/Cassette
Player with Counter Light
User's Guide
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MOUNTING CONSIDERATIONS
Your Spacemaker®Stereo Radio/Cassette Player with Light and Programmable
Appliance Outlet is designed for mounting under shelves or kitchen cabinets.
Instructions, hardware and a template are included in the carton.
When selecting a location for mounting your Spacemaker®radio, remember...
• Cabinet bottom should be of sufficient strength to permit mounting.
• Allow room on unit sides to access radio knobs and Appliance Outlet.
• An electrical outlet should be within reach of the AC line cord.
• Tune radio to an AM station. Hold it in various locations determining which
area offers the best reception. AM reception is directional and you may find
the radio will perform better in one area than another.
• Keep in mind your normal work pattern, especially the use of other
countertop electrical appliances. Do not cook or use appliances generating
heat or steam directly below the unit.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, do not place any heating or cooking
appliances beneath this unit.
POWER FAILURE INDICATOR
Equipped with a power storage capacitor, the unit temporarily holds time set
memory during momentary power failures. Time settings will change when AC
power is interrupted for more than a second. Digital Display will blink when AC
power is restored. To stop display from blinking, press TIME SET HOUR or
MINUTE buttons.
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.
THE LIGHTNING
FLASH AND ARROW-
HEAD WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
"DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE" INSIDE
THE PRODUCT.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS IN-
SIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE
OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
FCC INFORMATION
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
In accordance with FCC requirements,
changes or modifications not expressly
approved by Thomson Consumer
Electronics could void the user’s authority
to operate this product.
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STOP/EJECT F.FWD REW PLAY
OUTLET
MINUTEHOUR
TIME SET
PM
88 92 96 100 104 108
530 650 800 1000
OFF LO
OFF
AUTO
SET
AUTO
RADIO
ON • OFF
ON
HIGH
TUNING
VOLUME AM•FM FM STEREO
STEREO
1300 1700
MHz
kHz
AM
FM
AM
TIME SET
The time display has a 24-hour format with AM and PM indicators.
1. Press and hold the TIME SET button.
2. Press the HOUR button to set correct
AM/PM hour in the display.
3. Press the MINUTE button to set exact time.
4. Release the TIME SET button.
RADIO OPERATION
BUILT-IN AFC
AFC (Automatic Frequency Control) helps keep the radio locked on the
frequency of an FM station.
Antennas
AM — A ferrite rod antenna is provided for AM reception.
FM — The power cord serves as the FM antenna. You may improve reception
by adjusting the position of the power cord.
1. Press RADIO ON-OFF button to turn on radio; press it again to turn off
radio.
2. Slide Band switch to desired broadcast band — AM, FM or FM Stereo.
3. Use TUNING control to select desired station.
4. Adjust VOLUME control to preferred listening level.
NOTE: When the radio is tuned to a station broadcasting in FM stereo, the
Stereo Indicator lights up. If reception is poor, set BAND switch to FM (mono)
position. This reduces noise, but the station is not received in stereo.
OUTLET
88 92 96 100 104 108
530 650 800 1000
OFF LOOFF
AUTO
SET
AUTO
RADIO ON • OFF
ON HIGH
1300 1700
MHz
kHz
MINUTE
STEREO
HOURTIME SET
PM
AM
FM
AM
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STOP/EJECT F.FWD REW PLAY OUTLET
MINUTE
STEREO
HOURTIME SET
PM
88 92 96 100 104 108
530 650 800 1000
OFF LOOFF
AUTO
SET
AUTO
RADIO ON • OFF
ON HIGH
1300 1700
MHz
kHz
AM
FM
AM
OPERATING THE TAPE PLAYER
TOINSERT OR REMOVE ACASSETTE
1. Push the STOP/EJECT button if any of the tape control buttons are engaged.
2. Press the STOP/EJECT button again to open the Cassette Carry door. (The
door pivots down from the bottom front edge.)
3. Insert a pre-recorded cassette into the Cassette Carry door, with the
exposed tape facing the front. Place the side you want to hear facing down.
The tape moves from right to left.
4. Swing the door up to latch it closed.
NOTE: To prevent damage, keep door closed when not inserting or removing
a cassette.
TAPE PLAYBACK
1. Insert a pre-recorded tape and press the PLAY Button.
2. Adjust the VOLUME control to your listening preference.
NOTE: If the tape PLAY button is pushed while the radio is playing, the radio
is automatically muted.
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CLEANING THE TAPE HEAD AND CAPSTAN
Iron oxide particles from the magnetic tape will, in time build up on the parts
that come in direct contact with the tape. These deposits can cause a
“muffled” sound during playback and may prevent Automatic Shut Off.
To clean the heads; open the Cassette Carry door, push the PLAY button, and
the parts shaded (in diagram) can be gently cleaned with a liquid head cleaner.
The parts can also be cleaned using a cassette head-cleaning tape. Follow the
manufacturer’s directions regarding its use.
REWIND
To run the tape backwards, push the REWIND button. Push the STOP/EJECT
button when you have rewound to the desired point of your pre-recorded
tape.
FAST FORWARD
To quickly skip over portions of the tape, push the the F.FWD (Fast Forward)
button. Press the PLAY button again to return button to PLAY operation.
AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF
The unit automatically shuts off and will return the buttons to their off position
when the end of the tape is reached during any mode of operation.
STOP/EJECT F.FWD REW PLAY
OUTLET
MINUTE
STEREO
HOURTIME SET
PM
88 92 96 100 104 108
530 650 800 1000
OFF LOOFF
AUTO
SET
AUTO
RADIO ON • OFF
ON HIGH
1300 1700
MHz
kHz
AM
FM
AM
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BUILT-INCOUNTERTOP LIGHT
Your clock radio includes a light to illuminate the area
beneath the radio.
• For less light, move the light switch to the LO position.
• For more illumination, switch to HIGH.
• To turn the light off, place Light switch to OFF.
To replace the bulb:
1. Unplug radio from AC power.
2. Unlatch the cover to open it.
3. Unscrew and remove bulb.
4. Install replacement bulb.
5. Swing cover up and snap it
in place.
6. Plug cord into AC outlet, and
adjust time settings.
CAUTION: Use only a 40 Watt appliance-type bulb or equivalent for
replacement. To prevent hazard, do not operate light without cover.
CASSETTE TAPE CARE
If a tape is loose or slack inside the cassette, it may result in scratches on the
tape or tape breakage. To avoid this problem, check and tighten the tape (if
necessary) by using a pencil or similar object.
Avoid storing tapes in the following areas:
• On top of heaters, in direct sunlight or
in any other high temperature areas
• Near speakers, on TV sets or amplifiers,
or near any strong magnetic fields
• High humidity areas
A
STOP/EJECT F.FWD REW PLAY
OUTLET
MINUTEHOUR
TIME SET
PM
88 92 96 100 104 108
530 650 800 1000
OFF LO
OFF
AUTO
SET
AUTO
RADIO
ON • OFF
ON
HIGH
TUNING
VOLUME AM•FM FM STEREO
STEREO
1300 1700
MHz
kHz
AM
FM
AM
OFF LO HIGH
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THE APPLIANCE OUTLET
The outlet on the left side of your clock radio is rated at 1500 watts maximum
for appliances and 600 watts maximum for lamps and TVs. Do not plug in
products with higher operating ratings, or do not use extension cords and/or
multiple plug adapters on the appliance outlet or the clock radio’s line cord.
APPLIANCE OUTLET OPERATION
You can turn the appliance outlet on and off manually or automatically.
MANUAL OPERATION
• Turn the OUTLET Mode dial to ON.
• To turn off the outlet, turn dial to OFF.
AUTOMATIC MODE
When in the automatic mode, the appliance outlet turns on and powers any
appliance plugged into it, any time of day. For example, you can start your
coffeemaker at 7:00 AM every day. Enter the time into AUTO SET and turn the
OUTLET Mode dial to AUTO.
For automatic operation of the appliance outlet:
1. Turn the OUTLET Mode dial to AUTO SET position. Auto time is displayed.
2. Press the HOUR and MINUTE buttons until the display shows the desired
start time (AM or PM).
3. Set the OUTLET Mode switch to AUTO; the word “Auto” lights up.
4. Plug the appliance into the appliance outlet. The word "On" lights when
outlet is active; outlet stays on for approximately 2 hours.
5. To shut off the outlet before automatic shut off time, turn OUTLET Mode
dial to OFF; both “On” and “Auto” shut off.
NOTE: If the appliance has an on/off switch, be sure to turn it on. At your
preset start time, the appliance outlet will automatically start your appliance.
OUTLET RATING
AC 120V ~ 60HZ
KITCHEN COUNTERTOP APPLIANCES
1500W MAXIMUM
APPLIANCE OUTLET
OUTLET
OFF
AUTO
SET
AUTO ON
AM
OUTLET
OFF
AUTO
SET
AUTO ON
AM
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IMPORTANT — PLEASE READ
Auto time remains in memory until you change it or until there is a power
interruption. If there is a power interruption, Auto Time must be reset.
1. When “On” is lit, the outlet is active and powers an appliance plugged in it.
2. With “Auto” lit, the clock radio is in automatic mode and the outlet is active
when clock time reaches the time preset in Auto Set Memory. (You can
check this time by turning the OUTLET Mode dial to AUTO SET.)
SERVICE
Only those specially trained in appropriate servicing techniques should repair
this product. Refer to the warranty for instructions on how to obtain service.
Attach your sales receipt to the booklet for future reference or write down the
date you purchased or received this product as a gift. This information will be
valuable if this product requires service during the warranty period.
Purchase Date:
Store Name:
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What does your warranty cover?
• Any defect in material or workmanship.
For how long after the original purchase?
• One year.
• The warranty for rental units begins with the first rental.
What will we do?
• Provide you with a new, or at our option, a refurbished unit.
• The exchange unit is warranted for the remainder of your product’s original one-year
warranty period.
How do you make a warranty claim?
• Properly pack your unit. Include any cables, etc., which were originally provided with the
product. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials.
• Include in the package a copy of the sales receipt or other evidence of date of original
purchase. If the unit was a gift, provide a statement specifying the date received. Also
print your name and address and a description of the defect. Send standard UPS or its
equivalent to:
Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.
Product Exchange Center
32 Spur Drive
El Paso, Texas 79906
• Pay any charges billed to you by the Exchange Center for service not covered by the
warranty.
• A new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you prepaid freight.
What does your warranty not cover?
• Customer instruction. Your Owner’s Manual provides information regarding operating
instructions and user controls. For additional information, ask your dealer.
• Installation and set-up service adjustments.
• Batteries.
• Damage from misuse or neglect.
• Products which have been modified or incorporated into other products.
• Product purchased or serviced outside the USA.
• Acts of God, such as but not limited to lightning damage.
How does state law relate to this warranty?
• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
What if you purchased your product outside the United States?
• This warranty does not apply. See your dealer for details.
WARRANTY
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P.O. Box 1976, Indianapolis, IN 46206
© 1995 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.
Marca(s) Registrada(s)
Trademark(s) ® Registered
Model 7-4287
347A7939-0001 (Rev. 0 E/S)
95-07
Printed in China
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