User manual SONY ICF-C318

[. . . ] Note for customers in Canada and Europe (except East Europe) The clock is preset at the factory, and its memory is powered by the preinstalled Sony CR2032 battery. If the "AM 12:00" or "0:00" flashes on the display when the unit is connected to AC outlet for the first time, the battery may be weak. You are required to show "Note for customers in Canada and Europe (except East Europe)" (in this instruction) to a Sony dealer in order to validate the warranty for this product. Should any problem occur with the unit, make the following simple checks to determine whether or not servicing is required. [. . . ] A-3) When you are replacing the battery, press RADIO ON to turn "E" indicator off in the display. Follow the procedure from step 1 for East European model. To change the setting for other models, follow the procedure from step 2. Model for other countries/ regions: Modèle pour les autres pays et régions : Note If you replace the battery, do not disconnect AC plug from AC outlet. Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor. Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good contact. Be sure to observe the correct polarity when installing the battery. Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers, otherwise a short-circuit may occur. Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as direct sunlight, fire or the like. Battery Warning When the unit will be left unplugged for a long time, remove the battery to avoid undue battery discharge and damage to the unit from battery leakage. You will hear a beep and the year will start to flash in the display. Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. the recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Press + or ­ until the correct year appears in the display. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to set the month, day and time. After setting the time, two short beep sound and the clock starts from 0 seconds. Pressing and holding + or ­ changes the year, month or day rapidly. [. . . ] Model for other countries/ regions: Extend the FM wire antenna fully to increase reception sensitivity. You can fall asleep to the radio using the built-in sleep timer that turns off the radio automatically after a preset duration. You can set the sleep timer to durations of 90, 60, 30, or 15 minutes. Each press changes the display as follows: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. [. . . ]