Timex T117 - Manual

Model T117

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Thank you for purchasing this Timex model T117 Travel Alarm Clock with Flashlight.

Please read this instruction manual carefully and completely to insure that you

understand the proper operation of your new alarm clock, and that you get the

maximum benefit from all the advanced features included in this model.

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Limited 90-Day Warranty Information

Timex Audio Products, a division of SDI Technologies Inc. (hereafter referred to as SDI Technologies),

warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use

and conditions, for a period of 90 days from the date of original purchase.
Should service be required by reason of any defect or malfunction during the warranty period,

SDI Technologies will repair or, at its discretion, replace this product without charge (except for a

$3.00 charge for handling, packing, return UPS/postage, and insurance). This decision is subject

to verification of the defect or malfunction upon delivery of this product to the Factory Service

Center listed below. The product must include proof of purchase, including date of purchase. The

fee for service after the warranty period or without proof of purchase is $6.00.
Before returning this product for service, please first replace the batteries (if applicable) with fresh

ones, as exhausted or defective batteries are the most common cause of problems encountered.
If service is still required:
1. Remove batteries (if applicable) and pack the unit in a well-padded, heavy corrugated box.
2. Enclose a photocopy of your sales receipt, credit card statement, or other proof of the date

of purchase.

3. Enclose a check or money order payable to the order of SDI Technologies, for the sum of

$3.00 (or $6.00 if after the warranty period or without proof of purchase).

4. Send the unit prepaid to the Factory Service Center listed below:

Consumer Repair Department

SDI Technologies Inc.

Timex Audio Products Division

1330 Goodyear Dr.

El Paso, TX 79936-6420

NOTE:

This warranty is valid only if the product is used for the purpose for which it was designed.

It does not cover (i) products which have been damaged by negligence, misuse or accident, or

which have been modified or repaired by unauthorized persons; (ii) cracked or broken cabinets,

or units damaged by excessive heat; (iii) damage to tape cassettes (if applicable); (iv) the cost of

shipping this product to the Factory Service Center and its return to the owner.
This warranty is valid only in the United States of America and does not extend to owners of the

product subsequent to the original purchaser. Any applicable implied warranties are also limited

to 90 days, and SDI Technologies will not be liable for consequential damages. (Some states do

not allow limitations on implied warranties or exclusion of consequential damages, so these

restrictions may not apply to you.) This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also

have other rights which vary from state to state.

TIMEX is a registered trademark of Timex Corporation the United States and other countries.

T117-070209-A

Printed in China

Travel Alarm Clock

With Flashlight

MODEL: T-117 (FRONT)
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SCALE: 360W x 174H mm
DATE: July 2, 2009
COLOR: WHITE BACKGROUND PRINTING BLACK

If you notice that the time display is beginning to fade, or if it has completely disappeared,
replace the batteries. Replace both batteries at the same time and do not mix different
types of batteries. Do not leave exhausted batteries in the clock for a long period of time.
They may eventually leak and cause damage to the clock itself or to the surface the clock
is placed on.
Please dispose of the exhausted batteries properly.

Note:

After replacing the batteries the clock will return to its original default settings. It

will be necessary to reset the time and alarm settings.

Care and Maintenance

MODEL: T-117 (Rear)
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SCALE: 360W x 174H mm
DATE: July 2, 2009
COLOR: WHITE BACKGROUND PRINTING BLACK

Setting The Time

When the batteries are installed the display will show the initial default settings of
12:00 AM for time and 6:00 AM for alarm time.
To set the time, pull the right side cap outward as shown in Figure 1. The time display
will start flashing. Rotate and hold the cap Up (

+

) or Down (

-

) to adjust the display

to the correct time. The display will move forward or backward rapidly. When the
display approaches the correct time release the cap and then twist the cap up or
down repeatedly to set the display to the exact minute. Be sure to observe the

AM

or

PM

indicators to confirm that you have set the time correctly. When the correct

time appears on the display, push the right side cap back in. The time display stops
flashing.

Setting The Alarm Time

Rotate and hold the right side cap Up (

+

) or Down (

-

) to adjust the alarm display

rapidly. When the alarm display approaches the desired wake up time, release the
cap and then twist the cap up or down repeatedly to set the display to the exact
wake up minute. Be sure to observe the

AM

or

PM

indicators to confirm that you

have set the wake-up time correctly.

Activating The Alarm

The Alarm Off / Snooze (ALM OFF/SNZ) slide switch is located just behind the left
side cap (Fig. 2). Set this switch to the SNZ position to activate the alarm. The
Snooze indicator and Alarm Indicator appear to the right of the alarm time.
When the alarm time is reached the electronic alarm tone turns on. The alarm
continues for one minute and then shuts off automatically and resets itself for the
same time on the following day.

Controls and Their Functions

Front of Unit

Rear of Unit

LED Flashlight
(pull out to turn on,
push in to turn off)

Snooze/Light Button

Alarm / Clock
Setting Turn Knob
(pull out for clock

setting)

Snooze /
Alarm Off Switch

Forward Set

Reverse Set

Fig. 2

Fig.1

(battery cover removed)

12/24 Hour Button

IMPORTANT:

Do not leave exhausted batteries in the unit for an extended period

of time. Exhausted batteries may eventually leak and cause damage to your unit.

24-Hour Time Display

You may change the display from the 12-Hour format with

AM/PM

indicators to the

24-Hour format, often called ‘military time’. In the 24-Hour format midnight is displayed

as “0:00”, 1:00 PM is displayed as “13:00”, 6:00 PM is displayed as “18:00”, etc.

To change the display format, remove the battery compartment cover and use a

straightened paper-clip, a toothpick, or similar object to press the

12/24 Hour

Button

(see Fig. 2. for 12/24 Hour Button location inside of battery door).

Snooze Function

While the alarm is sounding you may activate the Snooze function by gently pressing
down on the top cabinet. The alarm sound stops for 5 minutes and then turns on
again. The Snooze operation may be repeated several times if desired.

Deactivating The Alarm

Set the ALM OFF/SNZ switch to the ALM OFF position to deactivate the alarm. The
Snooze indicator and Alarm Indicator will disappear from the display.

Indiglo Night Light

To view the clock display in a darkened room, gently press down on the top cabinet.
The display back lighting turns on for 5 seconds, then shuts off automatically.

Flashlight Operation

Pull the left side cap outward to turn the flashlight ‘On’. Push the cap back in to turn
the flashlight ‘Off’. Note: Frequent use of the flashlight will shorten the battery life.

Battery Level Indicator

The battery level indicator in the LCD display shows the condition of the batteries,

and indicates when the batteries should be replaced. Refer to the table below:

Battery Installation

Installing the Batteries

Remove the battery compartment cover by pressing on both of the locking tabs

together and lifting the cover upward.
Insert 4 “AAA” batteries in the battery compartment located at rear. We recommend

using a well-known brand of alkaline batteries for longest life and best performance.

Be sure to insert the batteries according to the polarity markings engraved in the

compartment. If the batteries are inserted incorrectly the unit will not work.
Replace the battery compartment cover and make sure it is securely locked.

12/24 HR

Battery Compartment

Battery Door

Operating Instructions

Display Panel

Alarm

Time Display

AM/PM

Indicator

AM/PM

Indicator

For Alarm

Time Display

Battery

Indicator

Alarm

ON Indicator

Snooze Indicator

For Models That Require More Than One Battery

• Do not mix with used or other battery types/brands

• Do not heat above 75ºC (167ºF)

• Replace all batteries at the same time

• Do not expose contents to water

• Do not open batteries

• Do not charge or recharge

• Do not dispose of in fire

• Do not install backwards

FULL

MEDIUM

LOW

VERY

LOW

Both clock and flashlight are running in optimal battery
condition

Both clock and flashlight are running in good battery
condition

LCD gets dim and clock may stop working, LED flashlight may
still work. Replacing batteries is recommended.

LCD clock stops working, flashlight may not work.
Batteries must be replaced.