First Alert WX-167 Portable Radio User Manual


 
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, the following
basic safety precautions should always be
followed.
CAUTION!
The Manufacturer does not represent this unit to
be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical
shock, or damage to the unit, do not expose this
unit to rain or moisture or immerse in water.
CAUTION!
This product has the capability to operate with five
(5) 1.5V AA batteries (either rechargeable Nicad,
NiMH or non-rechargeable alkaline), Please
dispose of batteries properly or recycle at the end
of the life of the battery. Do not incinerate or
compost batteries, as they can explode at high
temperatures. Contact your local authority for
information concerning reclamation and disposal
of rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries.
Cadmium is a chemical identified by Proposition
65 in the State of California to cause cancer.
CAUTION!
This product has a built-in circuit for charging five
(5) 1.5V AA rechargeable NiCad or NiMH
batteries. When regular alkaline batteries are
used as a backup power source, set the selection
switch in the battery compartment to the
“Alkaline” position to switch off the internal
charger.
CHARGING ALKALINE BATTERIES CAN
CAUSE FIRE AND EXPLOSION AND
ENDANGER LIVES.
DANGER!
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
disassemble this product. Take it to a munfacturer
authorized service personnel when service or
repair work is required. Opening or removing
cover voids warranty. This unit does not contain
any parts that can be repaired by the user.