Sony Clock Radio ICFC218BLACK User Manual

For customers who purchased this product in the  
USA  
2-319-815-22(1)  
Troubleshooting  
Please register this product on line at  
Proper registration will enable us to send you  
periodic mailings about new products, services,  
and other important announcements. Registering  
your product will also allow us to contact you in  
the unlikely event that the product needs  
adjustment or modification. Thank you.  
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before operating the appliance,  
and keep this manual for future reference.  
Should any problem occur with the unit, make the  
following simple checks to determine whether or not  
servicing is required.  
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions on the appliance and in the operating  
instructions, and adhere to them.  
If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony  
dealer.  
INSTALLATION  
The clock flashes “AM 12:00” due to a power  
interruption.  
Water and Moisture  
Do not use powerline operated appliances near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,  
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.  
• The battery is low. Replace the battery. Remove the  
old battery and install a new one.  
Heat  
Do not place the appliance near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct  
sunlight.  
The radio or buzzer alarm does not sound at  
the preset alarm time.  
• Has the desired radio or buzzer alarm been  
activated? (i.e., Does the ALARM indicator light  
up?)  
WARNING  
Ventilation  
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do  
not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.  
FM/AM Clock Radio  
The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable  
operation of the appliance, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be  
blocked or covered.  
ICF-C218  
You are cautioned that any changes or  
modifications not expressly approved in this  
manual could void your authority to operate this  
equipment.  
-Never cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials.  
-Never block the slots and openings by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar  
surface.  
The radio alarm is activated but no sound  
comes on at the preset alarm time.  
• Has VOLUME been adjusted?  
-Never place the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper  
ventilation is provided.  
Accessories  
Do not place the appliance on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall,  
causing serious injury to a child or an adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only a cart,  
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by Sony.  
Operating Instructions  
Precautions  
• Operate the unit on the power sources specified in  
“Specifications” .  
-An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and  
uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.  
• To disconnect the power cord (mains lead), pull it  
out by the plug, not the cord.  
Wall or Ceiling Mounting  
If your appliance can be mounted to a wall or ceiling, mount it only as recommended by Sony.  
• Do not leave the unit in a location near a heat  
source, such as a radiator or airduct, or in a place  
subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust,  
mechanical vibration, or shock.  
• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal  
heat build-up. Do not place the unit on a surface (a  
rug, blanket, etc.) or near materials (a curtain) that  
might block the ventilation holes.  
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit,  
unplug the unit and have it checked by a qualified  
personnel before operating it any further.  
• To clean the casing, use a soft cloth dampened with  
a mild detergent solution.  
USE  
Power Source  
This appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.  
If you are not sure of the type of electrical power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local  
power company. For those appliances designed to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer  
to the operating instructions.  
This symbol is intended to alert the  
user to the presence of uninsulated  
“dangerous voltage” within the  
product’s enclosure that may be of  
sufficient magnitude to constitute a  
risk of electric shock to persons.  
Grounding or Polarization  
This appliance is equipped with a polarized AC power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider than  
the other), or with a three-wire grounding type plug (a plug having a third pin for grounding). Follow  
the instructions below:  
-For the appliance with a polarized AC power cord plug:  
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to  
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact  
your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized  
plug by forcing it in.  
-For the appliance with a three-wire grounding type AC plug:  
This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to  
insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to have a suitable outlet installed. Do not defeat  
the safety purpose of the grounding plug.  
Dream Machine is a trademark of Sony Corporation.  
This symbol is intended to alert the  
user to the presence of important  
operating and maintenance (servicing)  
instructions in the literature  
If you have any questions or problems  
concerning your unit, please consult your  
nearest Sony dealer.  
accompanying the appliance.  
The graphical symbols are at the bottom of the  
Overloading  
unit.  
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or convenience receptacles beyond their capacity, since  
this can result in fire or electric shock.  
Specifications  
Time display  
When not in use  
INFORMATION  
Unplug the power cord of the appliance from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.  
To disconnect the cord, pull it out by grasping the plug. Never pull the plug out by the cord.  
12-hour System  
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:  
Frequency range  
Power-Cord Protection  
Band  
FM  
Frequency  
Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or  
against them, paying particular attention to the plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord exits  
from the appliance.  
87.5 – 108 MHz  
530 – 1 710 kHz  
AM  
© 2006 Sony Corporation Printed in China  
Lightning  
For added protection for this appliance during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and  
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable  
system. This will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and powerline surges.  
Speaker  
Approx. 6.6 cm (2 5/8 inches) dia., 8 Ω  
Object and Liquid Entry  
Power output  
Never push objects of any kind into the appliance through openings as they may touch dangerous  
voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any  
kind on the appliance.  
150 mW (at 10% harmonic distortion)  
Power requirements  
Cleaning  
120 V AC, 60 Hz  
For power backup: 3 V DC, one CR2032 battery  
Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners  
or aerosol cleaners. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water for cleaning the exterior of the appliance.  
Clean the appliance only as recommended by Sony.  
Dimensions  
— 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.  
Attachments  
Approx. 155 × 64.5 × 150 mm (w/h/d)  
(6 1/8 × 2 5/8 × 6 inches) incl. projecting parts and  
controls  
Do not use attachments not recommended by Sony, as they may cause hazards.  
ANTENNAS  
Mass  
Outdoor Antenna Grounding  
If an outdoor antenna or cable system is installed, follow the precautions below.  
Approx. 495.2 g (1 lb 1.5 oz) incl. CR2032  
battery  
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV  
technician for help.  
An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other  
electric light or power circuits, or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits.  
WHEN INSTALLING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA SYSTEM, EXTREME CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN  
TO KEEP FROM CONTACTING SUCH POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS AS CONTACT WITH THEM  
IS ALMOST INVARIABLY FATAL.  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
WARNING  
Battery may explode if mistreated.  
Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.  
Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and  
built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code provides information with respect  
to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an  
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection  
to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.  
For the state of california, USA only  
Perchlorate Material –special handling may apply, See  
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains  
perchlorate  
Antenna Grounding According to the National  
Electrical Code  
Antenna Lead-in Wire  
Ground  
Antenna Discharge Unit  
Clamps  
Features  
(NEC Section 810-20)  
• Single alarm FM/AM Clock radio.  
Grounding Conductors  
(NEC Section 810-20)  
Ground Clamps  
Electric Service  
Equipment  
NEC-NATIONAL  
Various types of alarms — radio and buzzer.  
• Automatic time set — When you plug the clock in  
for the first time, the current time will be shown in  
the display.  
• Automatic Daylight Saving Time/Summer time  
adjustment.  
• Date button to display month, day and year.  
• Battery backup to keep the clock during a power  
interruption with a CR2032 battery installed.  
ELECTRICAL CODE  
Power Service Grounding Electrode System  
(NEC Art 250 Part H)  
SERVICE  
Damage Requiring Service  
Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the  
following conditions:  
-When the power cord or plug is damage or frayed.  
-If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the appliance.  
-If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water.  
• Extendable snooze — snooze time can be extended  
from 10 to 60 minutes in maximum every time you  
use.  
-The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance.  
-This indicates a need for service.  
-If the appliance does not operate normally when following the operating instructions, adjust only  
those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls  
may result in damage and will often require extensive work  
by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to normal operation.  
-If the appliance has been subject to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been  
damaged.  
Servicing  
Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to  
dangerous voltage or other hazards.  
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  
Replacement parts  
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts  
specified by Sony that have the same characteristics as the original parts.  
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.  
Safety Check  
Upon completion of any service or repairs to the appliance, ask the service technician to perform  
routine safety checks (as specified by Sony) to determine that the appliance is in safe operating  
condition.  
This unit includes a preinstalled Sony Lithium battery (CR2032) as back-up power source for the clock, which is preset  
to EST/EDT (Eastern Standard Time/Daylight Time) at the factory. And this battery is considered part of the product.  
 

Sharp All in One Printer AR 800 User Manual
Sharp PDAs Smartphones EL 6920 User Manual
Sony Blu ray Player 4 135 656 111 User Manual
Sony DVR ICD ST25VTP User Manual
Sony Film Camera HDC F950 User Manual
Sony Portable CD Player Model D EJ715 User Manual
Sony Universal Remote RM X302 User Manual
Sony VCR GV D1000 User Manual
Spalding Fitness Equipment M880961 User Manual
Sylvania Flat Panel Television LC190SL1 User Manual