Homedics SS-5020 Sound Spa Premier Digital FM Clock Radio Instruction Manual and Warranty Information

: June 8, 2024
: Homedics

Homedics SS-5020 Sound Spa Premier Digital FM Clock Radio Instruction

Manual and Warranty Information

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

DANGER – To reduce the risk of electric shock:

Always unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet immediately before cleaning.
Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen into water. Unplug it immediately.
Do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.

WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to persons:

Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children, invalids or disabled persons.
Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended by HoMedics; specifically any attachments not provided with the unit.
Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord, plug, cable or housing. If it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, return it to HoMedics Service Center for examination and repair.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.
Do not carry this appliance by power cord or use cord as handle.
To disconnect, remove plug from outlet.
This appliance is designed for indoor use only. Only the remote sensor should be used outdoors.
Only set on dry surfaces. Do not place on surface wet from water or cleaning

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CAUTION – Please read all instructions carefully before operating.

Never leave the appliance unattended, especially if children are present.
Never cover the appliance when it is in operation.
This unit should not be used by children without adult supervision.
Always keep the cord away from high temperature and fire.
Do not lift, carry, hang, or pull the product by the power cord.
If the adaptor sustains damage, you must stop using this product immediately and contact the HoMedics Service Center. (See the warranty section for the HoMedics address)

Figure 1

Battery installation:

Alarm clock uses an AC adaptor (included) and 3 (three) AA batteries (not included).

The battery power is designed only to provide MEMORY BACK-UP for the clock and alarm settings. Three AA batteries (not included) should be inserted following the polarity marked in the battery compartment if memory back-up is desired (in the event of power outages or if the unit is unplugged). However, the time will not be illuminated on the clock display. As soon as the power supply returns, the display will indicate the correct time.

NOTE: Battery must be installed in order for clock memory back-up to operate. In the event of a power failure or disconnection, if the battery is not installed, the clock and alarm will need to be re-set when power is restored.

Battery Precautions:

Use only the size and type of batteries specified.
When installing batteries, observe proper +/- polarities. Incorrect installation of battery may cause damage to the unit.
Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g., alkaline with carbon-zinc or old batteries with new ones).
If the unit is not going to be used for a long period of time, remove batteries to prevent damage due to possible battery leakage.
Do not dispose of batteries in fire. Batteries may explode or leak.

Power:
Plug adapter into a 120V AC outlet and plug the receptacle end into the input jack on the back of the unit. Press the POWER button (located center of top panel) to turn the unit on or off.

Figure 2

Choosing the Sound Selection:

Press the POWER button.
Press the up arrow ” ”on the MUSICAL NOTE ” ” button for the next nature sound (short press). Press and hold to fast forward.
Press the down arrow “ ” on the MUSICAL NOTE “ ” button for previous nature sound (short press). Press and hold to reverse quickly. (Refer to Fig. 2)

NOTE: The digital display should show the sound number with the respective sound name.

Volume Control:

Press “ ” on the volume button to increase the volume level.
Press “ ” on the volume button to decrease the volume level

Setting the Clock:

Press and hold the TIME SET button (for more than 3 seconds) and press “+” and “-“ to “INCREASE” (+) and “DECREASE” (-) to the hour. Press the TIME SET button again to set the minutes and use the “+” and “-” to “INCREASE” (+) and “DECREASE” (-) the minutes.
Press the TIME SET button again to set the Year, Month and Day.
NOTE: As you toggle through the time AM/PM will automatically change on the digital display.(Refer to Fig. 2)

Setting and Using the Alarm:
For your convenience, two separate alarms may be set to accompany individual wake up times.

= “Alarm 1”
= “Alarm 2”

Alarm 1:

The Alarm 1 icon ” ” will appear next to the selected mode when alarm is set.

Press and hold the ” ” button and use the “+” and “-“buttons to set the hour.
NOTE: AM and PM will automatically change on the display as you toggle through the hours.
Press the ” ” button to confirm and change to the minute setting.
Press the ” ” button to confirm and choose the alarm setting. Use the “+” and “-“buttons to toggle though Weekday, Weekend, and Everyday settings.
Press the ” ” button to confirm and choose the Alarm mode. Use the “+” and “-“buttons to choose from Tone, Sounds and Radio.

NOTE: To wake to one of the nature sounds use the up and down arrows on
the music button ” ” when you reach the sound option in the alarm mode section. Once the desired sound is chosen press the ” ” button to end the alarm setting process.

NOTE: When the alarm is set to wake to the radio it will play the last station it was set at.

Alarm 2:

The Alarm 2 icon ” ” will appear next to the selected mode when alarm is set.

Press and hold the ” ” button and use the “+” and “-“ buttons to set the hour.
NOTE: AM and PM will automatically change on the display as you toggle through the hours.
Press the ” ” button to confirm and change the minute setting.
Press the ” ” button to confirm and choose the alarm setting. Use the “+” and “-“buttons to toggle though Weekday, Weekend, and Everyday settings.
Press the ” ” Button to confirm and choose the Alarm mode. Use the “+” and “-“buttons to choose from Tone, Sounds and Radio.

NOTE: To wake to one of the nature sounds use the up and down arrows on the music button ” ” when you reach the sound option in the alarm mode section. Once the desired sound is chosen press the ” ” button to end the alarm setting process.

NOTE: To wake to one of the nature sounds use the up and down arrows on the music button ” ” when you reach the sound option in the alarm mode section. Once the desired sound is chosen press the ” ” button to end the alarm setting process.
NOTE : When the alarm is set to wake to the radio it will play the last station it was set at.

Snooze:
When the alarm sounds, press the SNOOZE/TIMER button to snooze. This will automatically activate snooze time for nine minutes. Press the POWER button to turn snooze off.

Timer:

When the power is on and you are listening to a nature sound, you may set a timer so the unit will automatically turn off.

Toggle through the SNOOZE/TIMER button until you find the time of your choice, 15, 30, 45 or 60 minutes.
To cancel the timer, toggle through the SNOOZE/TIMER button until the LCD display shows “OFF” or press POWER. (Refer to Fig. 2)

Settings located on back: DC IN:

DC Jack for adaptor plug-in.

Daylight Savings Time:

Slide the DST ON/OFF button to activate or inactivate the Daylight Savings
Time feature, which will automatically adjust for Daylight Savings Time.

Backlight:

Choose between three settings of brightness on your display: HI, MED,
LO or OFF.

Listening to the Radio: (Fig. 2)

NOTE: For best reception, fully extend the wire antenna. DO NOT strip, alter or attach to other antennas.

To listen to the radio, press the POWER button located on top of the Sound Soother.
Press the SOURCE button on the Sound Soother until FM and station frequency appears on the display.
Use the “+” and “-“buttons on the top of the unit to select desired station.
Press the POWER button to turn unit off.

Maintenance:

To Store
You may leave the unit on display, or you can store it in its box in a
cool, dry place

To Clean
Use only a soft dry cloth to clean the enclosure of the unit.
NEVER use liquids or abrasive cleaner to clean.
Modifications not authorized by the manufacturer may void user warranty

NOTE: 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.

NOTE: HOMEDICS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

HoMedics sells its products with the intent that they are free of defects in manufacture and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original purchase, except as noted below. HoMedics warrants that its products will be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. This warranty extends only to consumers and does not extend to Retailers.
To obtain warranty service on your HoMedics product, contact a consumer relations representative by telephone at 1-800-446-3342 for assistance. Please make sure to have the model number of the product available.
HoMedics does not authorize anyone, including, but not limited to, Retailers, the subsequent consumer purchaser of the product from a Retailer or remote purchasers, to obligate HoMedics in any way beyond the terms set forth herein. This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse or abuse; accident; the attachment of any unauthorized accessory; alteration to the product; improper installation; unauthorized repairs or modifications; improper use of electrical/power supply; loss of power; dropped product; malfunction or damage of an operating part from failure to provide manufacturer’s recommended maintenance; transportation damage; theft; neglect; vandalism; or environmental conditions; loss of use during the period the product is at a repair facility or otherwise awaiting parts or repair; or any other conditions whatsoever that are beyond the control of HoMedics.
This warranty is effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the country in which the product is purchased. A product that requires modifications or adoption to enable it to operate in any other country than the country for which it was designed, manufactured, approved and/or authorized, or repair of products damaged by these modifications is not covered under this warranty.
THE WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN SHALL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY. THERE SHALL BE NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS OR ANY OTHER OBLIGATION ON THE PART OF THE COMPANY WITH RESPECT TO PRODUCTS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY. SI PRODUCTS SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL THIS WARRANTY REQUIRE MORE THAN THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY PART OR PARTS WHICH ARE FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE WITHIN THE EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF THE WARRANTY. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN. IF REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR DEFECTIVE MATERIALS ARE NOT AVAILABLE, SI PRODUCTS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE PRODUCT SUBSTITUTIONS IN LIEU OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT.
This warranty does not extend to the purchase of opened, used, repaired, repackaged and/or resealed products, including but not limited to sale of such products on Internet auction sites and/or sales of such products by surplus or bulk resellers. Any and all warranties or guarantees shall immediately cease and terminate as to any products or parts thereof which are repaired, replaced, altered, or modified, without the prior express and written consent of HoMedics.
This warranty provides you with specific legal rights. You may have additional rights which may vary from state to state. Because of individual regulations, some of the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.