[. . . ] Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples): This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved. AC mains lead (included) Connect the AC mains lead firmly to the unit and the household mains socket. The unit is in the standby condition when the AC power supply cord is connected. [. . . ] Before any function starts, the battery indicator may flash although the batteries are not drained. The indicator will display its current status when the unit is powered from the household mains socket by using the AC mains lead. When the power supply is interrupted, the current time, timer settings and radio stations you have set are saved if you have inserted back-up batteries (not included). Before connecting or disconnecting the AC mains Inner row lead, press [8/x, STOP/EJECT] to stop the tape and press [TAPE/OFF] to turn the unit off. The Outer row back-up batteries ware out faster if the cord is disconnected with the power still on. Do not leave it in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long time with the doors and windows closed as this may deform the cabinet. Avoid cuts, scratches, or poor connections in the AC mains lead, as they may result in possible fire or electric shock hazard. Do not operate this unit in a bathroom, as a potential shock hazard may result. When not in use, disconnect the AC mains lead from the household mains socket. If this unit is not used for a long period of time or is used only from an AC power source, remove all the batteries to prevent potential damage due to possible battery leakage. Do not leave the battery(ies) in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time with doors and windows closed. The tuner presets all the stations it can receive into the channels in ascending order. Insert with the side to be recorded facing up and the exposed tape facing towards you. Record on the other side of the tape Erase a recorded sound Changes to volume and sound quality do not affect recording. After a few seconds the display changes to a flashing display of the current minimum frequency. After the setting is changed, any previously preset frequency will be cleared. Tapes exceeding 100 minutes are thin and can break or get caught in the mechanism. Tape slack can get caught up in the mechanism and should be wound up before the tape is played. Endless tapes can get caught up in the deck's moving parts if used incorrectly. EQ1 (HEAVY) Adds punch to rock Clarifies higher frequencies For background music Adds gloss to vocal Cancels the EQ selection Each time you press the button: Holding down the button will speed up the time selection. When the unit is in standby mode and it is powered by batteries, clock will not be displayed. If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the solutions indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, consult your dealer for instructions. [. . . ] Prepare the music source you want to listen to; disc or radio source, and set the volume. Clock display is not shown when the unit is powered by batteries and is in standby mode. Press and hold [­ # PLAY] to clear the timer indicator from the display. If the erasure prevention tabs have been removed, cover the holes with adhesive tape. [. . . ]