Kobalt KBTS124B-03 User manual

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BLUETOOTH
SPEAKER
MODEL #KBTS124B-03

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Product Specications...................................................................................... 2
Package Contents............................................................................................ 3
Safety Information ............................................................................................ 4
Preparation....................................................................................................... 6
Operating Instructions ...................................................................................... 7
Care and Maintenance..................................................................................... 9
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................. 10
Warranty......................................................................................................... 10
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
COMPONENT SPECIFICATION
Rated input 24V d.c.
USB output voltage 5 V d.c.
USB output current Max. 2.1 A

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PACKAGE CONTENTS
PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION
A ON/OFF button H Electric contacts
B Volume + button I Audio IN jack
C Volume – button J Dustproof cover(2)
D Bluetooth-pairing button K Lanyard
E Indicator L Audio wire
F USB power port M AC adaptor
G DC IN jack
WARNING
• Remove the tool from the package and examine it carefully. Do not discard the carton or any
packaging material until all parts have been examined.
• If any part of the tool is missing or damaged, do not attach the battery pack or use the tool
until the part has been repaired or replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in
serious injury.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble or operate
this product. If you have any questions regarding the product, please call customer service at
1-888-3KOBALT, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday.
Know the Tool
To operate this tool, carefully read this manual and all labels afxed to the tool before using it.
Keep this manual available for future reference.
Important
This tool should be serviced only by a qualied service technician.
Read All Instructions Thoroughly
Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and their meaning.
Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.
SYMBOL DEFINITION SYMBOL DEFINITION
V Volts or d.c. Direct Current
WARNING – To reduce
the risk of injury, user
must read instruction
manual.
A danger, warning or
caution. It means ‘Attention!
Your safety is involved.’
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
• Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specications provided with
this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
re and/or serious injury.
• To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or
moisture. Dry location use only.
• Only operate this apparatus in a well ventilated area.
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.

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SAFETY INFORMATION
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
• Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
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. Service or
maintenance performed by unqualied personnel could result in a risk of injury.
• A battery operated apparatus with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must
be recharged only with the specied charger for the battery. A charger that may be
suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of re when used with another battery.
• Never disassemble the apparatus or try to do any rewiring on the apparatus’s
electrical system.
• Maintain the apparatus. Check for misalignment, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the apparatus operation. If damaged, have the apparatus
repaired before use. Use the apparatus in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the
apparatus for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
• Keep the apparatus away from other metal objects, such as paper clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one
terminal to another. Shorting the terminals together may cause burns or a re.
• Do not use the apparatus if it has been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged
apparatus will increase the risk of re.
• Dispose of a used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not disassemble and
do not dispose of in re.
• For use with KOBALT 24V battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a
risk of injury and re.
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may
use this product. If you loan someone this product, loan them these instructions also.
Federal Communications Commission
WARNING
• Changes or modications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
• 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 interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

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SAFETY INFORMATION
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
DANGER:
• People with electronic devices, such as pacemakers, should consult their physician(s) before
using this product. Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker
could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker.
RF warning statement:
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The device can be
used in portable exposure condition without restriction.
PREPARATION
Know Your Bluetooth Speaker
Before attempting to use the Bluetooth speaker, familiarize yourself with all of its operating
features and safety requirements.
WARNING
• Do not allow familiarity with the apparatus to cause carelessness. Remember that one
careless moment is enough to cause severe injury. Before attempting to use any apparatus,
be sure to become familiar with all of the operating features and safety instructions.
• Do not attempt to modify this apparatus or create accessories not recommended for use
with this apparatus. Any such alteration or modication is misuse and could result in a
hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. To Attach Battery Pack
a. Align the raised portion on the battery
pack with the grooves on the bottom of the
Bluetooth speaker, then slide the Bluetooth
speaker onto the battery, as shown.
b. Make sure that the battery-release buttons
on the battery pack snap into place and the
battery pack is secured to the Bluetooth
speaker before beginning operation.
NOTICE: When placing the battery pack on the
tool, be sure that the raised rib on the battery pack
aligns with the groove on the tool and the latches
snap into place properly. Improper assembly of
the battery pack can cause damage to internal
components.
To Detach Battery Pack
a. Press the battery-release buttons to release the battery pack.
a. Pull forward on the Bluetooth speaker to remove it from the battery.
2. DC IN Jacket
The Bluetooth speaker can be also powered by
an AC power supply (normal household current).
To connect the Bluetooth speaker to an AC power
supply:
Insert the charging plug of the AC adaptor (M)
into the DC IN jack (G); make sure that they are
properly connected.
Connect the AC adaptor to the power outlet.
NOTE: Turn off the unit before connecting or
disconnecting the AC adaptor. Otherwise, it may
cause malfunction.
NOTE: Do not insert any small objects into the
jacks or ventilation hole on the unit. The unit may
short out or malfunction.
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Battery-
release
buttons
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GM

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3. Turn the speaker ON/OFF
a. To turn on the Bluetooth speaker, press and
hold the ON/OFF button (A) for approximately
3 seconds; the indicator (E) will illuminate a
blue light and begin to ash to indicate that the
Bluetooth speaker is active.
b. To turn off the Bluetooth speaker, press and
hold the ON/OFF for button approximately 3
seconds; the blue light will be off to indicate
that the Bluetooth speaker is deactivated.
c. When the Bluetooth speaker is not in use for
about 10 minutes, the Bluetooth speaker will
automatically turn off, and the blue light will be
off.
4. USB Power Port
When a battery pack is installed or the speaker
is connected to an AC power supply , and the
speaker is turned on, the USB power port (F) on
the Bluetooth speaker supplies a charging site for
your cell phone or other small USB device (5 Volt
DC, up to 2.1 Amp).
NOTE: Any device that uses more than 2.1 A
of DC electrical current will trip a self-resetting
overload switch and disable the output. To
reactivate the Bluetooth speaker, remove the
device and turn on the Bluetooth speaker.
5. Volume
Use the Volume + button (B) and Volume - button (C) to increase or decrease the volume of
the speaker.
NOTE: To control the volume by using the paired device’s controls, rst turn the speaker
volume to max (a beep will sound).
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
6. Connecting to Bluetooth
a. Press and hold the ON/OFF button (A) approximately 3 seconds to turn the Bluetooth
speaker on. The speaker will default to Bluetooth pairing mode, and the indicator (E) will
ash blue light continuously.
b. If previously paired to the desired device, the speaker will automatically reconnect to the
same device when the speaker is turned on.
c. If no Bluetooth device was previously paired, the speaker will continue to search for a
signal for 10 minutes.
d. Once the device has successfully paired with the speaker, use the device controls to move
through tracks and to control volume.
e. To pair the speaker to a different device, press and hold the Bluetooth pair button (D) for 3
seconds until the indicator light ashes. The speaker will then be in Bluetooth pair mode
and can be connected to a different device. Consult the instructions for your device.
7. Connecting to AUX Device
a. Insert the plug of audio wire into the audio IN jack (I), and make sure that they are properly
connected.
b. Press and hold the ON/OFF button (A) approximately 3 seconds to turn the Bluetooth
speaker on. The speaker will be in AUX mode and the indicator (E) will illuminate a blue
light.
c. Connect an MP3 player, CD player, or other audio device directly to the speaker, using the
audio wire.
NOTE: In the absence of a connection to an audio wire, the speaker will enter into the
Bluetooth pairing mode. When connected to an audio wire, the speaker will change from
Bluetooth pairing mode to audio mode.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
All maintenance should only be carried out by a qualied service technician.
WARNING
• To reduce the risk of personal injury and damage, never immerse your speaker, battery pack or
charger in liquid or allow a liquid to ow inside them.
Cleaning
Before cleaning or performing any maintenance, remove the battery from the Bluetooth
speaker. For safe and proper operation, always keep the Bluetooth speaker clean.
Always use only a soft, dry cloth to clean the Bluetooth speaker never use detergent or
alcohol. Clean dust and debris from vents. Keep the speaker handle clean, dry and free of oil
or grease.
Never use ammable or combustible solvents around tools.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING
• Remove battery from the Bluetooth speaker before performing troubleshooting procedures.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
The Bluetooth
speaker does not
work.
1. Low battery capacity. 1. Charge the battery.
2. The device draws
more than the rated
output of the ports.
2. Remove the device and turn the
Bluetooth speaker on again.
Bluetooth speaker
is not properly
paired with
audio device by
Bluetooth.
1. Out of Bluetooth
pairing range.
1. Move your device or speaker into 30m
connecting range.
2. The speaker is
connected to the audio
wire.
2. Unplug the wire and connect the
speaker by Bluetooth.
3. Wrong action of pairing
operation.
3. Refer to Connecting to Bluetooth and
correctly pair the audio device to the
speaker.
WARRANTY
For 5 years from the date of purchase, the power tool is warranted for the original purchaser
to be free from defects in material and workmanship. This guarantee does not cover damage
due to abuse, normal wear, improper maintenance, neglect, unauthorized repair/alteration, or
expendable parts and accessories expected to become unusable after a reasonable period of
use.
If you think your product meets the above guarantee criteria, please return it to the place of
purchase with valid proof of purchase and the defective product will be repaired or replaced at
no charge. This guarantee gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights
that vary from state to state.
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