BRAUN BC16 Alarm clock Instruction Manual

: June 5, 2024
: Braun

Table of Contents

BRAUN BC16 Alarm clock
instructions
Battery precautions
Getting started
Function keys
Guarantee
Braun helpline
References
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BRAUN BC16 Alarm clock

instructions

Battery precautions

Do not use rechargeable batteries.
Use only 3V, CR2032 battery of the same or equivalent type.
Insert batteries with the correct polarity.
Keep batteries away from children.
Dispose of exhausted batteries according to local legal requirements. Do
Avoid short circuiting the contacts in the battery compartment and battery terminals.
Remove batteries from the unit if it will not be used for long periods of time.
Exhausted batteries should be removed from the battery compartment to prevent over-discharge, which can cause leakage and may cause damage to the clock.

Getting started

Remove the battery door.
Take out button cell battery and remove the plastic strip.
Replace the button cell battery for time backup.
Close the battery door.
An AC/ DC adapter is being used to power the clock, plug the adapter into the USB-C jack at the back of the clock.

Function keys

ALARM / TIME / 12/24 HOUR / BRIGHTNESS switch.

Slide to the ALARM position to set the alarm time.
Slide to the TIME position to set the clock time.
Slide to the 12/24 HOUR position to set 12/24 hour format.
Slide to the BRIGHTNESS position to set the clock display brightness.
+ Key
In the ALARM / TIME setting mode, press to increase the setting value. Press and hold to speed up the setting. In the 12/24 HOUR setting mode, press to switch between 12/24 hour format. In the BRIGHTNESS mode, press to increase the clock display brightness.
Key
In the ALARM / TIME setting mode, press to decrease the setting value. Press and hold to speed up the setting. In the BRIGHTNESS mode, press to decrease the clock display brightness

ALARM ON/OFF button
Press to turn the alarm on/off.

SNOOZE zone
Touch to stop the alarm and activate the snooze function.

RESET button
Press by using a pin to reset all values to default. In case of a malfunction, the unit has to be reset.

Product description (Image 1)

LCD display
ALARM / TIME / 12/24 HOUR /BRIGHTNESS switch
USB-C jack
Backup Battery compartment
RESET button
ALARM ON/OFF button
SNOOZE zone
– Key
+ Key

Display symbols

A. Time
B. Alarm icon
C. Alarm time

Setting the time

Slide the “ALARM / TIME / 12/24 HOUR / BRIGHTNESS” switch to the TIME position.
Press the “+” or “-” key to set the desired value. Press and hold to speed up the setting.
Slide the “ALARM / TIME / 12/24 HOUR / BRIGHTNESS” switch to the “BRIGHTNESS” position to return to normal display and save the setting.

Setting the alarm

Slide the “ALARM / TIME / 12/24 HOUR / BRIGHTNESS” switch to the ALARM position.
Press the “+” or “-” key to set the desired value. Press and hold to speed up the setting.
Slide the “ALARM / TIME / 12/24 HOUR / BRIGHTNESS” switch to the BRIGHTNESS position to return to normal display and save the setting.

Setting the 12/24 hour format

Slide the “ALARM / TIME / 12/24 HOUR / BRIGHTNESS” switch to the 12/24 HOUR position.
Press the “+” key to set the 12 or 24 hour format.
Slide the “ALARM / TIME / 12/24 HOUR / BRIGHTNESS” switch to the BRIGHTNESS position to return to normal display and save the setting.

Setting the clock display brightness
The clock will automatically adjust the display brightness depending on the surrounding level of light.

In a well-lit environment, slide the “ALARM / TIME / 12/24 HOUR / BRIGHT-NESS” switch to the BRIGHTNESS position.
Press the “+” or “-” key to set the desired brightness.
In a dark environment (or by covering the sensor), slide the “ALARM / TIME / 12/24 HOUR / BRIGHTNESS” switch to the BRIGHTNESS position.
Press the “+” or “-” key to set the desired brightness.

Using the alarm and snooze function

Activate the alarm by pressing the “ALARM ON/OFF” button. The bell icon “ ” will appear on the LCD display.
Press the SNOOZE zone to stop the alarm and activate the snooze func-tion. When the alarm sounds, the alarm icon will flash.
To de-activate the alarm and snooze function, press the ALARM ON/OFF button. The bell icon will disappear.

Note:

When the snooze function is activated, the alarm will automatically start again after 5 minutes. The snooze function will not stop unless you press the ALARM ON/OFF button to turn off the snooze.
Do not put the adapter wire near the top of the SNOOZE zone as this will affect the snooze function.

Battery replacement

If the AC/DC adapter is removed from the clock and plugged back in and the current time is not memorised, then the button cell battery must be replaced immediately.
It is recommended to replace the button cell battery once a year.Note: Exposure to an electrostatic environment may cause the clock to reset. In this event please follow the instructions as described in this manual to set the clock again.

Guarantee

2 year guarantee against material and workmanship defects (except battery). The guarantee is valid in those countries where the alarm clock is officially being sold. Broken or cracked lens screen are not covered under the Guarantee.

Precaution of using adapter:

The AC/DC adapter and apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, should be placed on the AC/DC adapter and apparatus.
When the AC/DC adapter is used to disconnect device. The AC/DC adapter should not be obstructed and should be easily accessed during intended use. To completely disconnect the power
input, the AC/DC adapter should be disconnected from the mains.
Battery should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same (CR2032) or equivalent type.