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iW18-053119-A 

Printed in China

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or call 1-800-288-2792 Toll Free

WARRANTY

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www.ihome.com/support

USB Charging Port

(5V/1A)

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Model: iW18

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Model: iW18

Quick Start Guide

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DST

usb charging

LEFT PANEL

RIGHT PANEL

press down whole unit to snooze 

BOTTOM PANEL

GETTING STARTED

DST Switch

DC Jack

(9V/2.5A)

Alarm 

Set

Time Set/

Display Dimmer

Forward 

Reverse

Battery Backup 

Compartment

Wireless 
Charging

Area

Before use, remove the battery pull 
tab from the bottom of the unit. 
Connect the included AC adapter to 
the DC jack located on the back of 
the unit and connect the other end 
to a working wall outlet. 

Connecting the Unit

Step One

RESET

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SE

TRESET

RESET

TEST

TE

ST

TEST

TEST

Setting Your Clock

Step Two

• Press and hold the 

Time Set 

Button

 until the display flashes.

• Press the 

– 

or

 + Buttons

 to adjust 

selections and press 

Time Set

 to 

confirm.

• Do this for time, year, month and 

date.

• All done!

Daylight Savings Time (DST) Switch:

By default, the DST Switch is set to Auto and will automatically 
adjust the time each March and November. 

DISPLAY ICONS

PM Indicator

Wireless

Charging

Indicator

Low Backup 
Battery Indicator

Alarm 
Indicator

SETTING THE ALARM

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: Each step must be completed while display is flashing or 

setting will time-out with any changes saved.

1. 

Press and hold

 the 

Alarm Button

 for 2 seconds until the alarm time 

display and alarm icon flash. 

2. Press the 

– 

or

 + Buttons

 to adjust the alarm time to the desired time 

(hold for rapid setting). Make sure you set the correct AM/PM alarm 
time. The PM indicator appears to the left of the display.

3. Press the 

Alarm Button

 to confirm the alarm time setting. The alarm 

schedule will flash: 7 (every day), 5 (weekdays) or 2 (weekend only). 
Press the 

– 

or

 + Buttons

 to select the desired alarm schedule.

4. Press the 

Alarm Button

 to confirm the alarm schedule. 2 beeps will 

confirm alarm setting is complete. The alarm icon will remain on the 
display, indicating the alarm is armed.

5. To turn off a sounding alarm and reset it to come on the next day at 

the same time, press the 

Alarm Button

 to reset alarm.

Press and release the desired 

Alarm Button

 as needed to preview the 

alarm and to toggle the alarm ON (indicated by the alarm icon) or 
OFF (no alarm icon).

PREVIEWING THE ALARM

PROGRAMMABLE SNOOZE

To adjust the brightness of the display, press the 

Time Set Button

repeatedly to cycle through brightness settings, including OFF.

Snooze

(press down on unit)

WIRELESS CHARGING

Check the lightning icon    on the iW18 display for charging status:

Slow blinking     icon

Device is charging properly.

Solid     icon

Device is charged. 

Rapid blinking     icon

Device is not charging properly. Reposition 

device.

Note: The lightning icon may continue to blink slowly when iOS 
devices are fully charged. 

CAUTION: 
Remove metal protective or magnetic case from phone before 
charging. When charging phone, do not place magnetic-striped or 
other metal objects on the charger. Doing so could damage the 
object or this unit. Qi compatible phones with metallic looking 
finishes will charge normally.  

USB CHARGING

BATTERY BACK-UP

The unit comes with a CR-2450 back-up battery installed to 
provide continuous alarm operation and clock settings in the event 
of a temporary power failure. Remove the battery pull tab before 
use. When the battery icon on the clock display is flashing, it is time 
to replace the back-up battery. The battery compartment is 
located on the bottom of the unit.

1. 

Make sure the AC adapter is 
connected, or you will lose your time 
and alarm settings during battery 
replacement. 

2. Use a Phillips screwdriver to open 

the battery compartment door. 

3. Remove the exhausted battery from 

the compartment and insert 1 
CR-2450 battery, checking that the 
+ side is facing you. Replace the 
compartment door. Do not 
overtighten. 

WARNING:

 Lithium batteries can explode or cause burns if disassembled, 

shorted, recharged, exposed to water, fire, or high temperatures. Do not 
place loose batteries in a pocket, purse, or other container containing metal 
objects, mix with used or other battery types, or store with hazardous or 
combustible materials. Store in cool, dry, ventilated area. Follow applicable 
laws and regulations for transport and disposal.

•  Do not ingest the battery, Chemical Burn Hazard. This product contains a 

coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can 
cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and 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.

• Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery 

disposal.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Supports:

• Qi compatible phones (also works with plastic cases up to 3mm thick)
• AirPods with wireless charging case

Place Qi compatible device face up on the charging rest as pictured below:

When used in the directed manner, this unit has been designed and manufactured to ensure your 

personal safety.  However, improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. 

Please read and follow all safety and operating instructions carefully before installation and use, and 

keep these instructions handy for future reference. Take special note of all warnings listed in these 

instructions and on the unit.
1.   Water and Moisture – The unit should not be used near water. For example: near a bathtub, 

washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, swimming pool or in a wet basement. 

2.   Ventilation – The unit should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with 

its proper ventilation. For example, it should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug or similar 

surface that may block ventilation openings.  Also, it should not be placed in a built-in 

installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet, which may impede the flow of air through the 

ventilation openings.

3.   Heat – The unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, 

stoves or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

4.   Power Sources – The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in 

the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance. Only use the AC adapter that came 

with the unit.

5.   Power-Cable Protection – Power supply cables should be routed so that they are not likely to 

be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them.  It is always best to have a clear 

area from where the cable exits the unit to where it is plugged into an AC socket.

6.   Cleaning – Clean only with dry cloth. 

7.   Objects and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not 

spilled into any openings or vents located on the product.

8.   Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer.

9.   Lightning and Power Surge Protection – Unplug the unit from the wall socket and disconnect 

the antenna or cable system during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused 

for long periods of time. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and 

power-line surges.

10.  Overloading  – Do not overload wall sockets, extension cords, or integral convenience 

receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

11.  Damage Requiring Service – The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:

A. the power supply cable or plug has been damaged.

B. objects have fallen into or liquid has been spilled into the enclosure.

C. the unit has been exposed to rain.

D. the unit has been dropped or the enclosure damaged.

E. the unit exhibits a marked change in performance or does not operate normally.

12.  Periods of Nonuse – If the unit is to be left unused for an extended period of time, such as a 

month or longer, remove batteries before storage

13.  Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the unit beyond those methods described 

in the user manual.  Service methods not covered in the operating instructions should be 

referred to qualified service personnel.

14.  Magnetic Interference: This product’s speakers contain powerful magnets which could cause 

interference or damage to sensitive equipment such as hard drives, CRT televisions and 

monitors, as well as medical, scientific, and navigational devices. Keep this unit away from these 

products at all times. 

15.  Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.  This product is suitable for 

use in tropical and/or moderate climates.

16.  The unit should be serviced by qualified service personnel when the enclosure damaged  or 

does not operate normally.

17.  No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

18.  WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

19.  CAUTION – Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same 

or equivalent type.

20. Do not dispose of batteries in the household trash or fire

21. The mains plug of power adaptor is used as the disconnect device, it shall remain readily 

operable.

1. To program Snooze, press down on the 

front of the unit for 2 seconds during 
normal operation (when no alarm is 
sounding).

2. Press the

– 

or

 + Buttons

 to select a snooze time (between 01 and 

29 minutes).

3. Press down and release the front of the unit to confirm setting. 

While the alarm is sounding, press down on the front of the unit to 
temporarily silence the alarm (9 minutes is the default). Snooze 
can be used several times during the one hour alarm cycle.

Connect the standard size end of a 
USB cable (not included) to the USB 
port on the back of the unit and 
connect the other end to the charging 
port on your device.
(Make sure the unit is plugged into a 
working outlet in order to charge 

 

 

devices.)

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.

•  Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance 

could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

•  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.

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B), CAN RSS216 / CNR-216

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. 

This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following 

two conditions: 

(1) This device may not cause interference and (2) This device must accept any interference received, 

including interference that may cause undesired operation

This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & 

your body.

IC Statement 

This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and 

Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two 

conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interference.

(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation 

of the device.
The device meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in section 2.5 of RSS 102 and 

compliance with RSS-102 RF exposure, users can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and 

compliance.
This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the 

radiator and your body.

L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR 

d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts 

de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :

(1) L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage; 

(2) L’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible 

d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Le dispositif rencontre l'exemption des limites courantes d'évaluation dans la section 2.5 de RSS 102 et 

la conformité à l'exposition de RSS-102 rf, utilisateurs peut obtenir l'information canadienne sur 

l'exposition et la conformité de rf.
Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec une distance minimale de 20 cm entre le radiateur et 

votre corps.

FCC INFORMATION

DC      9V, 2.5A

Designed and Engineered in the USA

Mfd. & Srvcd. by SDI Technologies, Inc.

Model No: 

iW18

Service No: 

iW18-A-A

AC Adaptor:

DC      9V, 2.5A

USB Output:

DC      5V, 1A

www.iHome.com | Made in China 

Patents: www.ihome.com/patents

Toll Free: 1-800-288-2792

WIRELESS CHARGER:

FCC ID:

EMOIW18

IC:

986B-IW18

Model: iW18 - QSG (US English)
Size: 408 x 150 mm (folded: 102 x 150 mm)
Date: May 31, 2019

Bedside/Office Clock

with Dual Charging

To toggle the clock display
between 12/24 hour time, 
press the 

Alarm Button

while the display is flashing
during time setting.

Summary of Contents for POWERVALET iW18

Page 1: ...QUESTIONS visit www ihome com or call 1 800 288 2792 Model iW18 Quick Start Guide Bedside Office Clock with Dual Charging ...

Page 2: ...Time Set Display Dimmer Forward Reverse Battery Backup Compartment Wireless Charging Area Snooze press down on unit DC 9V 2 5A Designed and Engineered in the USA Mfd Srvcd by SDI Technologies Inc Model No iW18 Service No iW18 A A AC Adaptor DC 9V 2 5A USB Output DC 5V 1A www iHome com Made in China Patents www ihome com patents Toll Free 1 800 288 2792 WIRELESS CHARGER FCC ID EMOIW18 IC 986B IW18 ...

Page 3: ...he or Buttons to adjust selections and press Time Set to confirm Do this for time year month and date All done Daylight Savings Time DST Switch By default the DST Switch is set to Auto and will automatically adjust the time each March and November DISPLAY ICONS PM Indicator Wireless Charging Indicator Low Backup Battery Indicator Alarm Indicator To adjust the brightness of the display press the Tim...

Page 4: ...l confirm alarm setting is complete The alarm icon will remain on the display indicating the alarm is armed 5 To turn off a sounding alarm and reset it to come on the next day at the same time press the Alarm Button to reset alarm Press and release the desired Alarm Button as needed to preview the alarm and to toggle the alarm ON indicated by the alarm icon or OFF no alarm icon PREVIEWING THE ALARM...

Page 5: ...ot place magnetic striped or other metal objects on the charger Doing so could damage the object or this unit Qi compatible phones with metallic looking finishes will charge normally USB CHARGING Supports Qi compatible phones also works with plastic cases up to 3mm thick AirPods with wireless charging case Place Qi compatible device face up on the charging rest as pictured below Connect the standa...

Page 6: ... can explode or cause burns if disassembled shorted recharged exposed to water fire or high temperatures Do not place loose batteries in a pocket purse or other container containing metal objects mix with used or other battery types or store with hazardous or combustible materials Store in cool dry ventilated area Follow applicable laws and regulations for transport and disposal Do not ingest the b...

Page 7: ... unit from the wall socket and disconnect the antenna or cable system during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges 10 Overloading Do not overload wall sockets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock 11 Damage ...

Page 8: ...uipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This device complies with Industry Canada s licence exempt RSSs Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment should be instal...

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