Eton E10 - Manual (Page 15)

14 WARRANTY REGISTRATION
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13 TROUBLESHOOTING
RESET PROCEDURE
The RESET button is on the bottom of the E10.
When performing a reset, have good batteries in the
radio or power it with an AC adaptor and turn it off.
Perform a reset if the solutions outlined below don’t
resolve the issue. To perform a reset, press the reset
button with a paper clip or similar object.
WILL NOT TURN ON
1. Assure that the LOCK feature is not engaged.
2. Assure that the radio has power (batteries
installed or AC adaptor plugged in.
3. Assure that batteries are inserted with correct
polarity
4. Assure that the batteries are not depleted
5. If using an AC adaptor, assure that it is plugged
into the household outlet (mains socket) and into
the radio’s DC socket. Take care not to plug it
into the earphone socket. Also, assure that the
AC adaptor is of the correct DC voltage output
and polarity and that its plug-tip is of the correct
inner and outer diameter.
SHUTS OFF ABRUPTLY WHILE PLAYING
DURING BATTERY USE
This is caused by depleted batteries. Replace them.
SHUTS OFF ABRUPTLY WHILE BEING MOVED
DURING AC ADAPTOR USE
This is usually caused by a broken wire or loose con-
nection in the AC adaptor’s cord or if the AC adap-
tor’s plug-tip is of the wrong diameter.
OPERATES ERRATICALLY
Perform a RESET, as described in the section titled
RESET PROCEDURE.
STATIONS ARE RECEIVED TOO WEAK
• Assure that the ANTENNA GAIN switch is set to
the DX position.
• Assure that the telescopic antenna is pulled up
all the way for FM and Shortwave reception.
• When listening to AM stations, swivel the radio.
The AM internal ferrite bar antenna is highly
directional.
• On shortwave, adjust the ANTENNA TRIMMER.
THERE IS NO SOUND FROM THE SPEAKER
Assure that earphones/headphones are not
plugged in and that the volume control is turned up.
A STATION CAUSES SEVERE AUDIO
DISTORTION, BUT SEEMS TO BE VERY STRONG
IN SIGNAL STRENGTH
This is probably a strong, local station, very close to
your location. Because of its close proximity to you,
its signal is too strong. To reduce signal strengths,
place the ANTENNA GAIN switch into the NORMAL
or LOCAL position.
THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT HAS A STICKY
LIQUID OR DRIED WHITE POWDER IN IT
This is the result of battery acid leakage. To avoid
battery acid leakage, only use high quality alkaline
or rechargeable nickel-metal-hydride batteries.
Never intermix old with new, or different brands or
types of batteries. If the batteries leak, immediately
contact the manufacturer of the batteries and don’t
throw them away. Damage caused by battery acid
leakage is not covered under warranty.
To ensure full warranty coverage or product updates, registration of your etón or Grundig product should be complete
as soon as possible after purchase or receipt. To register your radio, please select one of the following methods:
1. Register by visiting our website at
http://www.etoncorp.com
2. Call our toll-free registration number
anywhere in the United States or Canada at
(888) 889-4391 or world-wide by dialing
(204) 336-6547. French and English speaking
operators available.
3. Mail your registration information to the
following address:
etón Corporation
1015 Corporation Way
Palo Alto, CA 94303
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Include your name, full mailing address, phone
number, model purchased, date purchased, retail
vendor name and product serial number (typically
located in or near the battery compartment).