Panasonic RC-7200 RC-7150 User's Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the safety precautions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference. Safety 1. Power source—Connect the unit to a power source of the type de-

FM-AM Clock Radio scribed in these instructions or as marked on the unit.

2. Polarization—The unit is equipped with a polarized power plug where Operating Instructions one blade is wider than the other. This safety feature ensures that the

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OFF plug fits into your household AC outlet only one way. If the plug doesn’t SLEEP OFF AL1 DISP/ADJUST RADIO ALARM fit one way, try reversing it. If the plug still doesn’t fit, contact an electri-

DOZE OFF FM-AM CLOCK RADIO

BUZZER 2-ALARM / SURE ALARM RC-7200

VOLUME Model No. cian to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the safety

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3. Power cord protection—Route the AC power supply cord so that it

will not be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against it. Never

MHz take hold of the plug or cord with wet hands. Always grasp the plug

X10k Hz body firmly when connecting and disconnecting it.

4. Overloading—When connecting the AC power supply cord, be careful not to overload the household AC outlet, extension cord, or outlet from any other device as this can result in fire or electric shock.

The illustrations show RC-7200. 5. Nonuse periods—Turn the unit off when it is not in use. Unplug the

unit from the household AC outlet if it is not to be used for a long time.

Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read these

Unplug the unit during lightning storms.

instructions completely.

6. Attachments and accessories—Use only the attachments and ac-

Please keep this manual for future reference. PC

cessories recommended in these operating instructions.

Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of

Installation

Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

∫Placement

One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

http://www.panasonic.com 1. Ventilation—Situate the unit so that it receives proper ventilation. Do not Panasonic Sales Company, Division of Matsushita Electric of install in a confined space such as a bookcase or cabinet. Allow at least 10 Puerto Rico, Inc. (“PSC”) cm (4 inches) clearance from the rear of the unit. To prevent the risk of Ave. 65 de Infantería, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, electric shock or fire due to overheating ensure curtains and other materi- Puerto Rico 00985 als do not obstruct the unit’s ventilation. Panasonic Canada Inc. 2. Foreign material—Ensure objects and liquids do not get into the unit. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 Avoid exposing the unit to excessive smoke, dust, mechanical vibra- www.panasonic.ca tion, and shock. 3. Magnetism—Situate the unit away from equipment and devices that ©2003 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. generate strong magnetic fields.

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Printed in China 4. Stacking—Do not place heavy objects on top of this unit.

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5. Surface—Place the unit on a flat, level surface. 6. Carts and stands—Use the unit only with carts and stands recommended by the manufacturer. Move

≥The following mark and symbols are located on the bottom of the unit. carts with care. Sudden stops, excessive force, and

uneven surfaces can cause carts to overturn. 7. Wall and ceiling mounting—Do not mount the unit on walls or ceil- ings unless specified in the instructions.

CAUTION

∫Environment 1. Water and moisture—Do not use the unit near water, such as near a

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN bathtub or swimming pool. Avoid damp basements. 2. Heat—Situate the unit away from heat sources, such as radiators. Do not situate where temperatures fall below 5o C (41o F) or rise above

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS

Maintenance

INSIDE.

(See below for details.)

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

Unplug the unit from the household AC outlet before cleaning.

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Clean with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive pads, scouring powders, or solvents.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user

Service

to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”

1. Damage requiring service—The unit should be serviced by qualified

within the product’s enclosure that may be of suffi-

service personnel if:

cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock

(a) The AC power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or

to persons. (b) Objects or liquids have gotten into the unit; or

(c) The unit has been exposed to rain; or (d) The unit does not operate normally or exhibits a marked change in

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle

performance; or

is intended to alert the user to the presence of

(e) The unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.

important operating and maintenance (servicing)

2. Servicing—Do not attempt to service the unit beyond that described in

instructions in the literature accompanying the ap-

these operating instructions. Refer all other servicing to authorized ser-

pliance.

vicing personnel. 3. Replacement parts—When parts need replacing ensure the servicer uses parts specified by the manufacturer or parts that have the same

WARNING:

characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutes may result TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 4. Safety check—After repairs or service, ask the servicer to perform

SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT EX-

safety checks to confirm that the unit is in proper working condition.

POSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE,

Maintenance

DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OB-

To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, damp cloth.

JECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES,

≥Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.

SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.

≥Before using a chemically treated cloth, read the instructions that came with the cloth carefully.