16 troubleshooting guide – Emerson SB280 User Manual
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Should this unit exhibit a problem, check the following before seeking service.
Symptom
Possible Cause
Solution
Radio
Noise or sound
Station not tuned properly for
Retune the AM or FM
distorted on AM or
AM or FM.
broadcast station.
FM broadcasts.
The antenna is not positioned
Reposition the unit until
correctly.
best reception is obtained.
FM STEREO indicator
The FUNCTION switch is set
Set the FUNCTION switch
does not light.
to FM position.
FM ST. position.
AM or FM, no sound.
FUNCTION switch is not set to
Set FUNCTION switch to
RADIO.
RADIO.
Volume at minimum.
Increase Volume.
Cassette Player
No sound.
FUNCTION switch is not set to
Set the FUNCTION switch
to TAPE.
TAPE.
Volume at minimum.
Increase Volume.
Sound distorted.
Dirty head.
Clean the head.
Speed varies.
Tape old or worn.
Replace the tape.
Dirty roller and capstan.
Clean roller and capstan.
CD Player
CD Player will not play
FUNCTION switch is not set to
Set FUNCTION switch to
CD.
CD.
CD is not installed or installed
Insert CD with Iabel side
incorrectly.
up.
CD skips while playing.
Disc is dirty or scratched.
Wipe disc with cloth or use
another disc.
TO FIND THE LOCATION AND PHONE
NUMBER OF YOUR NEAREST SERVICE
CENTER PERMITTED TO PERFORM
WARRANTY...
CALL TOLL FREE:
1-800-695-0098
SERVICE
FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, PLEASE WRITE TO:
Emerson Radio Corp.
Consumer Affairs Dept.
1901 Diplomat Drive,
Farmers Branch, TX 75234.
FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE
PLEASE CALL:
1-800-898-9020
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