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RQT6274
Power Sources
Operating the unit on AC power
Connect the AC power supply cord.
Conserving power
The unit consumes 3.1 W even when it is turned off with
[
/
I
POWER
]. To save power when the unit is not to be used for a
long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet. Remember to re-
set the radio stations and any other memory items before using the
unit again if you haven’t inserted memory batteries.
Using batteries
(not included)
Disconnect the AC power supply cord from the unit to operate on
battery power.
The remote control cannot turn the unit on when batteries are used.
Removing the batteries
Open the battery cover, insert a finger into the hole in the bottom of
the unit and push out.
Battery life
“
” flashes on the display when the batteries are running down.
Then, the unit turns itself off and displays “U01”.
Replace all the batteries with new ones.
Memory Batteries
(not included)
Memory batteries retain memory (clock/timer/CD/radio settings)
during power supply interruption.
These batteries do not power the unit.
Replacing the batteries
• The memory batteries last about one year.
• Connect the unit to AC power before replacing the batteries.
• Extend the memory battery life by always pressing [
/
I
POWER
]
to turn the unit off before disconnecting the unit from the AC
power source or replacing the power batteries.
Removing the batteries
Lift the negative end of the number 4 battery to remove batteries.
A
B
D
Before use
7
A
7
B
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7
E
1
2
4
3
7
C
7
D
(R20/LR20, D, UM-1)
Inner row
Outer row
AC IN
5
1
2
4
3
6
8
7
2
1
3
4
(R6/LR6, AA, UM-3)
C
E
AC power supply cord (included)
Household AC outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
Use of Batteries
• If this unit is not used for a long period of time or is used
only from an AC power source, remove all the batteries to
prevent potential damage due to possible battery leakage.
• Align the poles (+ and –) properly when inserting the batteries.
• Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries.
• Do not recharge ordinary dry cell batteries.
• Do not heat or disassemble the batteries. Do not allow them to
contact flame or water.
• Do not keep batteries together with metallic objects such as
necklaces.
• Do not use rechargeable type batteries.
• Do not use batteries if the covering has been peeled off.
Mishandling of batteries can damage other items, cause damage to
the unit, and may cause a fire through short-circuiting or electrolyte
leakage.
If electrolyte leaks from the batteries, consult your dealer.
Wash thoroughly with water if electrolyte comes in contact with any
part of your body.
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