Homedics SS-4510 SoundSpa Auto-Set Clock Radio Projects Time Instruction Manual and Warranty Information

SOUNDSPA®

Auto – Set Clock RadioProjects Time

Instruction Manual and Warranty Information

SS-4510

1 year limited warranty
Create your perfect sleep environment.

Thank you for purchasing SoundSpa, the HoMedics acoustic relaxation machine. This, like the entire HoMedics product line, is built with high-quality craftsmanship to provide you years of dependable service. We hope that you will find it to be the finest product of its kind.

SoundSpa helps create your perfect sleep environment. Fall asleep to any of its six calming sounds, then wake to nature sounds, radio or alarm. SoundSpa can also mask distractions to improve your concentration while you read, work or study.

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 after using and 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.

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  • 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. Do not use outdoors.
  • Only set on dry surfaces. Do not place on surface wet from water or cleaning solvents.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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.)

Caution: All servicing of this product must be performed by authorized HoMedics Service Personnel only.

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SoundSpa Clock Radio Features
  • 6 Nature Sounds: Rain Forest, Ocean, Thunder, Summer Night, Rain and Water Fall
  • AM/FM radio with alarm and snooze
  • Automatic time set
  • Three gentle-wake options – radio, beep tone or nature sounds
  • Easy-to-read clock with LCD display
  • Projection feature projects time on the ceiling in a soothing blue light
  • Auto-timer lets you choose how long you listen – 15, 30, 45 or 60 minutes or continuously
  • Volume control adjusts the volume of the radio, beep or nature sounds
Assembly and Instructions for Use
  1. Unpack the product and check to make sure everything is included (Fig 1).
  2. This unit is powered by a DC adaptor, which is included.
  3. Attach the DC adaptor to the jack located on the back of the unit (Fig 3) and insert the cord into a 120V household outlet.
  4. Adjust clock region to your location. Clock will automatically set the current Eastern Standard Time.
  5. Replace the backup battery when low battery indicator appears. To install a new battery, insert one CR2032 battery into the bottom compartment with the + side towards you. Replace cover and snap into place.
Setting the Clock (in case of battery backup failure)
  1. Press and hold the DATE/TIME button for 3 secconds (Fig 2). The year will begin to flash.
  2. While the year is flashing, press the + button to increase the year. Press the – button to decrease the year. Once the correct year is set, press the DATE/TIME button again to set the month and day. Press again to Adjust the hour. Press again to adjust the minute.NOTE: PM indicator will appear on the left side of the clock face for evening hours (Fig 3). If the PM indicator is not illuminated, the hour is set to AM. Be sure to set the time for the correct 12-hour period- AM (morning) or PM (evening).NOTE: After 10 seconds, the time will stop flashing and it will be set.
  3. Press the BACKLIGHT HIGH/LOW button (Fig 2) to choose between high and low clock brightness.

FIGURE 1

SNOOZE BUTTON, VOLUME, TIME ROTATION KNOB, FOCUS KNOB, SOUNDS, TUNER, ADAPTOR

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FIGURE 2

TIME ZONE, DATE/TIME, ON, OFF, DST, PMCE, DC JACK, 12/24 HR, PROJECT ON/OFF, DIMMER

FIGURE 3

AL SET, AL MODE, POWER, PM, HOUR, MINUTE, TIMER, RADIO, +

Listening to Nature Sounds
  1. Turn on nature sounds by pressing the SOUNDS button (Fig 1).
  2. To adjust the volume, turn the VOLUME knob (Fig 1) to your desired level.
  3. Cycle through to the desired sound by pressing the SOUNDS button (Fig 1).
  4. When finished listening to the sounds you may turn them off by pressing the POWER button, or switch to the radio by pressing RADIO (Fig 3).NOTE:When the unit is turned on it will always default to the last mode used.
Listening to the Radio
  1. Press the RADIO button (Fig 3).
  2. Rotate the TUNER (Fig 1) to select a radio station.
  3. To adjust the volume, turn the VOLUME knob (Fig 1) to your desired level.
  4. When finished listening to the radio you may turn it off by pressing the POWER button, or switch to a nature sound by pressing the corresponding button (Fig 3).NOTE: To change between bands, press the RADIO button (Fig 3).When FM band is selected, a FM Indicator will appear on the left side of the clock face (Fig. 3). If the FM indicator is not illuminated, the band is set to AM. The unit will default to FM band. The unit will always default to the last band used.
Using the Auto-Timer
  1. When the power is on and you are listening to a nature sound or the radio you may set a timer so the unit will automatically turn off.
  2. Toggle through the TIMER button (Fig 3) until the time of your choice, 15, 30, 45 or 60 minutes, shows on the clock face. The TIMER indicator will appear on the left side of the clock face to confirm that the timer is set.

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Setting and Using the Alarm
  1. Press the AL SET button (Fig 3). The alarm hour will flash.
  2. While the time is flashing press + button (Fig 3) until you reach the correct hour. Then press the – button (Fig 4) until you reach the desired minute.
  3. After 10 seconds the alarm set time will stop flashing and it will be programmed, or you may press the ALARM SET button.NOTE: The PM indicator also applies to the alarm. You can review the alarm setting anytime by pressing the ALARM SET button.
  4. To activate the alarm you may choose one of 3 wake options:a. To wake to RADIO (Fig. 3) press the AL MODE button (Fig. 3) once. You may leave it on the current station or adjust the TUNER.b. To wake to a SOUND, press the AL MODE button a second time. It will set to the last sound you listened to. If you wish to change it, press the sound you wish to wake to and then press the POWER button (Fig 3).c. To wake to BEEP, press the AL MODE button a third time.NOTE: The ALARM MODE indicator (RADIO/SOUND/BEEP) will appear on the right side of the clock face (Fig. 3), and will indicate that the alarm is set.
  5. When the alarm sounds, the corresponding ALARM indicator (RADIO/SOUND/BEEP) blinks. You may either:a. SNOOZE: Press the SNOOZE button (Fig 1). Your sleep time will be extended by 9 minutes. You may use this feature until you turn the alarm off.b. RESET: Turn the alarm off by pressing ANY button on the unit, except for the SNOOZE button (Fig 1). The alarm clock will automatically reset for the next day in its current mode. The corresponding ALARM indicator (RADIO/SOUND/BEEP) will indicate this. If you wish to change the wake mode follow step 1 under Setting and Using the Alarm.c. OFF: To completely turn off the alarm so it is not set for the next day, continue to press the AL MODE button until all the ALARM indicators (RADIO/SOUND/BEEP) are all off.NOTE: If the alarm sounds for 30 minutes continuously it will automatically turn off and reset for the next day.
Using the Projection Feature
  1. To turn the projection feature on, press the PROJECT ON/OFF button on the back of the unit (Fig 2). The time is now projected on the ceiling. Press the button again to turn off projection feature.NOTE: If the projection feature is off you may press the SNOOZE button (Fig 1) to trigger 5 seconds of projection.
  2. To turn the angle of the time that appears on the ceiling, rotate the TIME ROTATION KNOB (Fig.1) until you have reached your desired result.NOTE: The TIME ROTATION KNOB will rotate up to 350 degrees.
  3. To focus the time on the ceiling, rotate the FOCUS KNOB (Fig 1) until you have reached your desired result.
  4. The angle of the projector can be adjusted by angling forward or backward.

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Setting the Time/Date

NOTE: This unit features automatic time set. The unit is preprogrammed with the current date and eastern standard time. Use the TIME ZONE slide switch (Fig 2) to change to your time zone (E-EST, C-CST, M-MST, P-PST). The time/date will only need to be reset if the backup battery fails. The below information should be used if the automatic time is not correct.

  1. Press and hold the HOUR button for 5 seconds (Fig 3). The time will begin to flash.
  2. While the time is flashing, press the HOUR button until you reach the correct hour. Then press the MINUTE button (Fig 3) until you reach the correct minute.NOTE: PM indicator will appear on the left side of the clock face for evening hours (Fig 3). If the PM indicator is not illuminated, the hour is set to AM. Be sure to set the time for the correct 12-hour period—AM (morning) or PM (evening).NOTE: After 5 seconds, the time will stop flashing and it will be set.
  3. Press the BACKLIGHT HIGH/LOW button (Fig 2) to choose between high and low clock brightness.
  4. In the event of battery and power failure, you will need to reset the alarm.

Maintenance

To StoreYou may store the unit in its box or a cool, dry place.

To CleanWipe off dust with a damp cloth. NEVER use liquids or abrasive cleaner to clean.

Modifications not authorized by the manufacturer may void users authority to operate this device.

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: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the users authority to operate the equipment.

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LIMITED ONE YEAR 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, mail the product and your dated sales receipt (as proof of purchase), postpaid, to the following address:

HoMedics Service CenterDept. 168, Suite 343155 West Nine Mile Rd.Novi, MI 48375No COD’s will be accepted.

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 prod-uct; 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. HOMEDICS 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, HOMEDICS 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 state regulations, some of the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.

For more information regarding our product line in the USA, please visit: www.homedics.com

Mail To:

HoMedics Service Center,Dept. 168, Suite 343155 West Nine Mile Rd.Novi, MI 48375

e-mail: [email protected]

Monday – Friday8:30am – 5:00pm (EST)

1.800.466.3342

©2010 HoMedics, Inc. and its affiliated companies, all rights reserved. HoMedics® and Sound Spa® are registered trademarks of HoMedics, Inc. and its affiliated companies.All rights reserved.

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Homedics SS-4510 SoundSpa Auto-Set Clock Radio Projects Time Instruction Manual and Warranty Information – Homedics SS-4510 SoundSpa Auto-Set Clock Radio Projects Time Instruction Manual and Warranty Information –

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