AcuRite 00582 Clock - Manual (Page 4)

• If the clock fails to receive the signal when the batteries are first installed, it will repeat a reception
attempt every hour until 2:00 AM and go to “Automatic time update” mode. If the unit still cannot receive
the RC signal after entering “Automatic time update” mode, it will search again at 2:00 AM the next
morning.
• Once the RC signal is successfully received, the unit will automatically update the time by “Automatic
time update” mode.
Automatic time update
•
The clock will automatically update the time at 2:00 AM.
• If automatic time update fails the clock will repeat the update attempt 3 times in the next 3 hours.
If the unit still does not receive the RC signal, it will search again at 2:00 AM the next morning.
Caution:
This clock is set to show the Pacific Standard Time (PST) with Daylight Saving Time as a factory setting.
Please adjust these switches on the back of the clock for the location where the clock is used. In some
unusual occasions, the clock may be affected by noise and respond abnormally. In such conditions, press
the "RESET" button to resume normal operation.
Important:
It is recommended to put the Atomic Clock near a window facing Fort Collins, Colorado. Please move the
clock to another location if difficulty in signal reception is encountered.
12HR/24HR International Time Display
•
Press the 12HR/24HR button to choose the desired display format.
• "PM" will be displayed only in the 12HR format.
Re-set the unit (Trouble-shooting)
•
Press the "Reset" button when the clock is displaying irrelevant time even when the 4 "Wave"
icons shows on LCD. This may happen when the external noise is severe enough to interfere with the time
signal.
Scrolling Tower and Wave OK Display
•
If the tower and 4 "Wave" icons is scrolling, your clock is actively searching for the WWVB
signal. This will be automatic 4 times everyday.
•
If the tower and wave icon is static, your clock is not actively searching for the signal.
• The 4 "Wave" icons will be displayed which indicates successful reception during the last search
for the WWVB signal.
Care of your Clock
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Avoid exposing your clock to extreme temperatures, water or severe shock.
• Avoid contact with any corrosive materials such as perfume, alcohol or cleaning agents.
• Do not subject the clock to excessive force, shock, dust, temperature or
humidity. Any of these conditions may shortenthe life of the clock.
• Do not tamper with any of the internal components of this clock. this will
invalidate the warranty and may cause damage.
• Use only fresh alkaline batteries. Mixing old and new batteries may cause battery leakage.