KOBALT KJR 124B-03 24V Jobsite Radio User Manual

KOBALT KJR 124B-03 24V Jobsite Radio

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

NOTE: IP64 is true when the the USB/AUX ports and the DC Socket are covered.

PACKAGE CONTENT

WARNING

• Remove the tool from the package and examine it carefully. Do not discard the carton or any packaging material until all parts have been examined.
• If any part of the tool is missing or damaged, do not attach the battery to use the tool until the part has been repaired or replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious injury.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble or operate
this product. If you have any questions regarding the product, please call customer service at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., EST, Monday – Sunday. You could also contact us at partsplus@lowes.com or visit www.lowespartsplus.com.

Know the Tool
To operate this tool, carefully read this manual and all labels affixed to the tool before using it. Keep this manual available for future reference.

Important
This tool should be serviced only by a qualified service technician.

Read All Instructions Thoroughly
Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.

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A| Amps| or a.c.| Alternating current

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Hertz

| | A danger, warning, or caution. It means ‘Attention! Your safety is involved.’

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Watts

| | To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

• Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this apparatus. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Do not use this apparatus near water. Dry location use only.
• Only operate this apparatus in a well-ventilated area.
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Detach the battery pack from the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
• A battery-operated apparatus with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be recharged only with the specified charger for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.
• Never disassemble the apparatus or try to do any rewiring on the apparatus’s electrical system.
• Maintain the apparatus. Check for misalignment, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the apparatus operation. If damaged, have the apparatus repaired before use. Use the apparatus in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the apparatus for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
• Keep the apparatus away from other metal objects, such as paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
• Do not use the apparatus if it has been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged apparatus will increase the risk of fire.
• Dispose of a used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
• Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
• For use with KOBALT 24V battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.

KB 124-03; KB 224-03; KB 424-03;

KB 524-03; KB 624-03; KXB 424-03

KXB 824-03

| KRC 2445-03; KRC 2490-03;

KRC 2404-03; KDPC 124-03

For best results, your battery and tool should be stored, charged and used in a location where the temperature is more than 41°F (5°C) but less than 104°F (40°C). Do not store outside or in vehicles.

WARNING

• People with electronic devices, such as pacemakers, should consult their physician(s) before using this product. Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker.
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this product. If you loan someone this product, loan them these instructions also.

FCC CAUTION

• Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
• This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTICE: 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:

• 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.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

RF warning statement:
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.

PREPARATION

Know Your Jobsite Radio
Before attempting to use the radio, familiarize yourself with all of its operating features and safety requirements.

WARNING

• Do not allow familiarity with the apparatus to cause carelessness. Remember that one careless moment is enough to cause severe injury. Before attempting to use any apparatus, be sure to become familiar with all the operating features and safety instructions.
• Do not attempt to modify this apparatus or create accessories not recommended for use with this apparatus. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Battery Pack
   To Attach Battery Pack

2. Align the raised rib on the battery pack with the grooves in the battery pack port (R), then slide the battery pack into the unit.

3. Ensure that the battery-release buttons on the battery pack snap into place and the battery pack is secured to the unit before beginning the operation. NOTICE: When placing the battery pack on the
   tool, be sure that the raised rib on the battery pack aligns with the groove on the tool and the latches snap into place properly. Improper assembly of the battery pack can cause damage to internal components.
   To Detach Battery Pack

4. Press the battery-release buttons to release the battery pack.

5. Pull the battery pack to remove it from the tool.

6. To Use Supplied AC Power Adaptor
   Insert the AC power adaptor plug into the DC Socket (C) on the top of the radio. Plug the adaptor (T) into a standard power outlet. Whenever the power adaptor (T) is connected, the battery pack is automatically disconnected. The AC adaptor (T) should be disconnected from the power outlet when not in use. Close the rubber cover to protect the DC Socket (C) from dust, dirt, and moisture. NOTE: The battery pack cannot be charged using the power adaptor (T). The battery pack can only be charged using chargers specified earlier in this manual.

7. To Connect an External Player to AUX Input Port

8. Select the AUX operating mode using the mode button (I).

9. Insert the AUX cable (U) into the AUX input port (Q) and make sure that they are properly connected.

10. Connect an MP3 player, CD player, or other audio device directly to the unit, using the AUX cable (U).

11. Switch on the external audio device and start the playback.

12. Adjust the volume with the regulator on the external audio device or the volume buttons of the unit.

13. After disconnecting the AUX cable (U) close the cover to protect the ports from dust, dirt,and moisture.
    NOTE: The AUX port is for INPUT only. Do not connect headphones or speakers.
    NOTE: Batteries of the connected devices cannot be charged via the AUX connection.

14. USB Power Ports
    When a battery pack is installed or the unit is connected to the AC power adaptor and the unit is turned on, the USB power ports (P) and (O) will supply charging power for low power devices such as cell phones, MP3 players, etc. Immediately disconnect the USB device after charging. Close the rubber cover to protect the ports from dust, dirt, and moisture.
    NOTE: The USB power ports cannot be used for audio playback. Audio playback is only possible via Bluetooth or AUX connection.

15. To Install Clock Batteries
    Your unit is equipped with memory function to store the time and your preset radio stations. When the unit is in the OFF position, this memory function is powered by two clock batteries which need to be installed in the unit.

16. Use a screwdriver (not included) to loosen and remove (turn counterclockwise) the screw and the clock battery door (S).

17. Install the clock batteries (V) observing the correct polarity.

18. Replace the battery door, insert the screw, andtighten it clockwise.
    NOTE: When changing the clock batteries, all settings will be erased. To avoid this, attach the battery pack or plug in the power adaptor before replacing the clock batteries.
    WARNING
    When replacing clock batteries, replace them with the same or equivalent type AAA. Observe correct polarity (+ and –) when replacing batteries. Do not store or carry batteries in such a way that metal objects can contact exposed battery terminals.

19. To Use the Flexible Antenna
    To decrease interference or static noise, rotate the antenna (B) or move the unit to a higher elevation. The antenna folds down and out of the way when not in use. NOTE: After the antenna is raised from its “pocket”, the pocket can be used to hold a cell phone.

20. To turn the unit On and Off
    To turn the unit ON: press the On/Off button (M) and hold for 2 seconds.
    To turn the unit OFF: press the On/Off button (M) and hold for 2 seconds. Standby mode: briefly press the On/Off button (M), the unit switches to standby mode. When the unit is in standby mode, all audio output will stop. Only the display (F) will continue showing the time, but the display brightness will dim. Briefly press the On/Off button (M) again to return to full operating mode or press On/Off button (M) for about 2 seconds to turn off the unit. NOTE: When in standby mode, the unit will turn off automatically after 10 minutes of inactivity.

21. To Set the Volume
    Use the Volume + button (G) and Volume – button (H) to increase or decrease the volume of the unit, respectively.
    Briefly press the volume to increase/decrease by one level, long press the volume to continually increase/decrease the volume.

22. To Select the Operating Mode
    To select the operating mode, briefly press the mode button (I) several times until the desired mode is displayed.
    The following operating modes are available:

    • FM Radio reception.
    • AM Radio reception.
    • BT – Playback of audio connected via Bluetooth.
    • AUX – Playback of audio connected via AUX input port (Q). The modes switch in the following order FM AM BT AUX.
      The active operating mode is shown by means of the corresponding symbol on the top of the display.

23. Bluetooth Operating Mode
    Press the mode button (I) several times until the BT (Bluetooth) mode is active or briefly press the Bluetooth-pairing button (N) to go straight into Bluetooth mode.
    The Bluetooth icon flashes when BT mode is active but no Bluetooth device is connected. The Bluetooth icon stays on after a device is connected successfully.
    Single press the ‘<<’ button (L) or ‘>>’ button (J) to change to previous or next song. Press button (K) to pause or play.
    NOTE:
    To disconnect (forget) the Bluetooth device after successful pairing, press the Bluetooth-pairing button (N) and hold for 3 seconds. The paired device is disconnected.
    When in Bluetooth operating mode, the unit will turn off automatically after 10 minutes of inactivity.
    

24. To Connect Two KJR 124B-03 Units Using Bluetooth TWS
    Two KJR 124B-03 units can be connected using Bluetooth to become a TWS (True Wireless Stereo) system

25. Turn two units on and set both units to Bluetooth mode.

26. Briefly press the Bluetooth button (N) on one of the units. This unit will automatically connect to the other, ‘host’ unit, as a secondary speaker.

27. The secondary unit will play back whatever audio content is playing on the ‘host’ unit, when the audio source is connected via Bluetooth.

28. Equalizer (EQ) Adjustment
    Your unit’s bass or treble can be adjusted in the equalizer menu by briefly pressing EQ button (D). The menu order after pressing the EQ button (D) is: Bass Treble Exit.

29. Press the EQ button (D) to first adjust the bass.

30. Press the ‘<<’ button (L) or ‘>>’ button (J) to decrease or increase bass in the range from -5 to +5.

31. Press the EQ button (D) to now adjust the treble.

32. Press the ‘<<’ button (L) or ‘>>’ button (J) to decrease or increase treble in the range from -5 to +5

33. Press the EQ button (D) to exit the equalizer menu.

34. Setting the Time
    In any mode, press the clock button (E) for 2 seconds to enter the time menu. The time menu order is: 12H/24H HOUR MINUTE EXIT

35. Tuning AM and FM

36. Press the mode button (M) several times until the AM or FM is shown on the display (F). A radio station can be tuned to manually or automatically (scan-tuning).

37. Manual tuning: Briefly press the ‘<<’ button (L) or ‘>>’ button (J) to reach the desired frequency. Each press will increase or decrease the frequency by 0.1MHz for FM and 10kHz for AM range. The frequency is shown on the display.

38. Automatic/Scan Tuning: Press the ‘<<’ button (L) or ‘>>’ button (J) and hold for 2 seconds, the tuner will automatically seek the first radio station with strong signal and stop at that station’s frequency. The frequency is shown on the display. The ‘>>’ button (J) may be pressed for 2 seconds again to continue seeking more radio stations at higher frequencies. The ‘<<’ button (L) may be pressed to seek radio stations at lower frequencies.

39. Storing Stations in Preset Memories (AM and FM)
    There are 5 memory presets for each waveband.
    

40. To store the current radio station, press and hold the preset button (K) until the preset number is shown on the display, then press the ‘ <<’ button (L) or ‘>>’ button (J) to select the preset number, from ‘Preset 1’ to ‘Preset 5’, you wish to save the station under.

41. Briefly press the preset button (K), the preset number will flash on the display once and then stay on, and the station is stored successfully. Stations stored in the preset memory can be overwritten by following the same steps.

42. To recall stations from the preset memories,briefly press the preset button (K) while the unit is in AM/FM mode. The preset number and station frequency will appear on the display. Press the preset button (K) repeatedly until the desired preset station is on the display.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

All maintenance should only be carried out by a qualified service technician.

WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury and damage, never immerse your machine, battery pack or charger in liquid or allow a liquid to flow inside them.

Cleaning

Before cleaning or performing any maintenance, remove the battery. For safe and proper operation, always keep the unit clean.
Always use only a soft, dry cloth to clean the unit. Never use detergent or alcohol. Clean dust and debris from vents. Keep the unit handle clean, dry and free of oil or grease.
Never use flammable or combustible solvents around tools.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING
Remove battery or AC power adaptor from the machine before performing troubleshooting procedures.

Operating Mode” chapter and correctly pair the audio device to the unit.

WARRANTY

For 5 years from the date of purchase, the product is warranted for the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship. This guarantee does not cover damage due to abuse, normal wear, improper maintenance, neglect, unauthorized repair/alteration, or expendable parts and accessories expected to become unusable after a reasonable period of use.
If you think your product meets the above guarantee criteria, please return it to the place of purchase with valid proof of purchase and the defective product will be repaired or replaced at no charge. This guarantee gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

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