Friday, January 29, 2010

Fix A Timex Clock

Timex clock problems are addressed in its product manual guide.


Timex clocks come in a variety of models, from small travel alarm clocks to digital stereo CD clock radios. All models have the same basic functions, with some having a few additional features depending on its specific model type. Several common problems are addressed in the Timex product manuals. But other issues may require repair service work.


Instructions


Wrong Time and Date


1. Press and hold the "Time Set" button located on the back of the clock. While holding this button, press the "Hour" button until you reach the correct current hour. For clocks with date displays, this button is labeled as "HR/Month/Year".


2. Use the PM indicator to confirm the correct time has been set. The PM indicator is a small dot that lights up on the clock display when the time has reached PM hours.


3. While still holding the "Time Set" button, press the "Minute" button until you reach the correct current time. For clocks with date displays, this button is labeled as "MIN/Date/Year".


For some clocks, it may be necessary to press the "Time" button once again to exit the time setting mode.


4. To correct the date, hold down the "Calendar" button on the back of the clock until the display is flashing the year number.


5. Press either the "HR/Month/Year" or "MIN/Date/Year" buttons until you reach the correct year.


6. Press the "Calendar Button" again until the month/day is flashing. Press the "HR/Month/Year" button to correct the month and press the "MIN/Date/Year" button to correct the day of the month.


7. Press the "Calendar" button once more to exit the calendar setting mode.


8. Set the time zone switch to your appropriate region, if there is one on your clock.


9. Set the daylight savings time (DST) switch on or off, depending on your location.


No Display or Audio Sound


10. Check that the clock is connected properly to the outlet.


11. Plug another device into the outlet to check that the outlet itself is functioning properly.


12. Plug the clock into another outlet.


13. Check that the backup battery has been installed. The backup battery is installed to power the clock in the event that it is disconnected, or there is a power failure.


14. Open the battery compartment on either the back side or bottom of the clock.


15. Insert the appropriate battery into the compartment. Timex clocks run on either AAA, AA or 9V batteries, depending on the model. Alkaline batteries are recommended for longer use.


16. Consult the clock's specific product manual, available at the Timex website, for more information if the clock still has no power.


17.Call the Timex Audio Products Division Customer Service line at 1-800-888-4491 for any further help.


Lighting Problems


18. Trace the power source of the device to rule out other possible causes before checking the light bulb.


19. Open the clock and locate the light bulb compartment, if there are no power source issues.


20. Remove the light bulb and replace it with the appropriate bulb for the model. Timex clocks use light-emitting diode (LED) light bulbs.







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