AM/FM STEREO CLOCK RADIO
with COMPACT DISC PLAYER
and DUAL ALARM SYSTEM
OWNER'S MANUAL
RET66TQ - Blue
RET66BK - Black
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Thank you………
for purchasing this Emerson dual alarm stereo clock radio CD player with 20 track
programmable memory. The dual alarm system can be used to wake two people
at two different times, or use one alarm for weekdays and the other for weekend
wake-ups. In addition you have the choice of waking to an electronic ‘Buzzer’
alarm, the AM/FM radio, or your favorite CD. You can also fall asleep to music –
either radio or CD – and the system will shut itself off automatically.
Of course there’s also a battery back up system to maintain your clock and alarm
settings in the event of a power interruption.
This system was designed to give you many years of enjoyment with an absolute
minimum of care and maintenance. Please read this Owners Manual carefully
and completely to ensure that you get the maximum benefit from all the outstanding
features we have included in this product. If you encounter any problem with the
set up or operation of this model please do not return it to the retail store. Please
call the Emerson Customer Service Hotline toll free at 1-800-898-9020. One of
our service technicians will try to diagnose the problem for you.
Once again thanks for choosing this Emerson audio product.
Model No: RET66TQ / RET66BK
Serial No:
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IMPORTANT NOTES
• Avoid installing this unit in places
• Operate controls and switches as
exposed to direct sunlight or close to
heat radiating appliances such as
electric heaters, on top of other stereo
equipment that radiates too much heat,
places lacking ventilation or dusty areas,
places subject to constant vibration and/
or humid or moist areas.
described in the manual.
• Before turning ‘On’ the power, make
certain that power cord is properly
installed.
• Store your CDs, in a cool area to avoid
damage from heat.
• When moving the set, be sure to first
disconnect the power cord.
• Do not attempt to clean this unit with
chemical solvents as this might damage
the finish. Use a clean dry cloth.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
CAUTION
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
APPAREIL Á LASER DE CLASSE 1
PRODUCTO LASER DE CLASE 1
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPENAND INTERLOCKS
DEFEATED.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM
This product contains a low power Laser Device.
FCC INFORMATION
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.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
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PREPARATION FOR USE
UNPACKING AND SET UP
• Carefully remove the main unit and the accessories from the display carton
and remove all the packing material from the unit.
• Carefully remove any small strips of tape that may have been used to
prevent the CD door from opening in transit.
• Unwind the AC power cord and extend it to its full length. The FM antenna
is built into the AC power cord.
• This unit was shipped with a dummy CD transit card in the CD player.
This dummy CD prevents the laser pick up from moving during shipment.
This card must be removed before you can insert your own CDs. Press
on the CD door in the area marked ‘OPEN’. Remove the transit card from
the CD player and discard it.
• Place the unit on a flat, level surface such as a table, desk, counter, shelf,
etc, convenient to a 120V 60Hz AC outlet, out of direct sunlight, and away
from sources of excess heat, dust, moisture, or strong magnet fields.
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BATTERY BACK UP SYSTEM
This model includes a battery back up circuit that will maintain the clock and alarm
settings in the event of a temporary power interruption. The battery back up system
requires one 9-Volt battery, not included. The battery compartment is located on
the back of the cabinet.
1.) Press downward on the battery door locking tab and remove the door.
2.) Attach a fresh 9-Volt alkaline battery to the battery contacts as shown, and
push the battery back into the battery compartment.
3.) Replace the battery door.
If the power is interrupted the display will go off and the radio will not work. However
the battery will maintain the clock and alarm settings in memory. When the power
is restored the display will come on again and the clock and alarm settings will be
correct.
The life of the battery will depend on the frequency and length of the power
interruptions that you experience. For best results we suggest you install a fresh
battery every 9 to 12 months. Always use a well-known brand of alkaline battery.
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POWER SOURCE
This radio is designed to operate on 120V 60Hz AC only. Attempting to operate
this radio on any other power source could cause damage to the unit and such
damage is not covered by your warranty.
Make sure the radio is connected to an AC outlet that is always “live”. Do not
connect the radio to an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch.
NOTE: This unit has a polarized AC plug
with one wide blade and one narrow blade.
This plug will only fit into a matching
polarized AC outlet. This is a safety feature
AC Outlet
to reduce the possibility of electric shock.
If this plug will not fit in your AC outlet, you
AC Plug
probably have an outdated non-polarized
outlet. You should have your outdated
outlet changed by a qualified, licensed electrician. Do not file the wide blade on the
plug, or use an adapter to make the plug fit into your outlet. This defeats the safety
feature and could expose you to electric shock.
PROTECT YOUR FURNITURE
This model is equipped with non-skid rubber 'feet' to prevent the product from
moving when you operate the controls. These 'feet' are made from non-migrating
rubber material specially formulated to avoid leaving any marks or stains on your
furniture. However certain types of oil based furniture polishes, wood preservatives,
or cleaning sprays may cause the rubber 'feet' to soften, and leave marks or a
rubber residue on the furniture. To prevent any damage to your furniture we strongly
recommend that you purchase small self-adhesive felt pads, available at hardware
stores and home improvement centers everywhere, and apply these pads to the
bottom of the rubber 'feet' before you place the product on fine wooden furniture.
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
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8 9 10 11 12 13
FRONT PANEL
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15
6
5
4
3
16
2
2
1
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23
22 21 20 19
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TOP PANEL
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26
25
28
29
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1.) ALARM 1 / ALARM 2 / ALARM 1+2 Selector Switch.
2.) Speakers.
3.) Dial Pointer.
4.) Alarm Mode BUZZ / AUTO / OFF Selector Switch.
5.) CD Control Buttons:
STOP / PLAY-PAUSE
/ PROGRAM / REPEAT.
6.) VOLUME Control.
7.) ALARM 1 Set Button.
8.) ALARM 2 Set Button.
9.) Alarm 1 ‘On’ Indicator.
10.) Alarm 2 ‘On’ Indicator.
11.) Clock Display.
/ R-SKIP (MIN)
/ F-SKIP (HOUR)
12.) AM Indicator.
13.) TIME Set Button.
14.) FUNCTION (CD / FM-AUTO / AM) Selector Switch.
15.) FM Radio Dial.
16.) Tuning Knob.
17.) AM Radio Dial.
18.) PHONES Jack.
19.) REP (Repeat) Indicator.
20.) PROG (Program) ‘On’ Indicator.
21.) SLEEP ‘On’ Indicator.
22.) FM ST. ‘On’ Indicator.
23.) POWER ‘On’ Indicator.
24.) SLEEP ‘On’ Button.
25.) CD Door.
26.) Back Up Battery Compartment (Back Cabinet).
27.) AC Power Cord.
28.) CD Door OPEN Position.
29.) POWER ON/OFF Button.
30.) SNOOZE Button.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
• Make sure you have installed the back up battery in the battery
compartment.
• Make sure you have removed the dummy CD transit card from the CD
compartment.
• Connect the AC power cord plug to a 120V 60Hz AC outlet.
SETTING THE CLOCK
When the radio is connected to the AC outlet for the first time the display will show
1.) Depress and hold the TIME button until the display begins flashing. Continue
to hold the TIME button and repeatedly press the
/HOUR button to adjust
the display to the correct hour, AM or PM.
Note: If the “AM” indicator is ‘On’, the time displayed is AM.
AM indicator
2.) Continue to depress the TIME button and repeatedly press the
/MIN button
to adjust the display to the correct minute.
3.) When the display shows the correct time release all the buttons.
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SETTING THE WAKE-UP TIME
1.) Depress and hold the ALARM 1 button. The display will change from clock
time to wake-up time and flash “12:00”.
Continue to hold the ALARM 1 button and repeatedly press the
/HOUR
button to adjust the display to the correct wake-up hour, AM or PM.
2.) Continue to depress the ALARM 1 button and repeatedly press the
/MIN
button to adjust the display to the correct wake-up minute.
3.) When the display shows the desired Alarm 1 wake-up time release all the
buttons.
Repeat this procedure with the ALARM 2 button to set the desired wake up time
for Alarm 2.
To check the wake-up times just press the ALARM 1 or ALARM 2 buttons at any
time. The display will show the wake-up times as long as the ALARM set buttons
are depressed.
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LISTENING TO THE RADIO
1.) Set the FUNCTION selector switch, located on the front cabinet, to the FM/
AUTO or AM position.
2.) Press the POWER ON/OFF button on the top panel
to turn the system ‘On’. The POWER indicator and
the radio dial lighting come ‘On’.
3.) Rotate the Tuning knob to tune in the desired station.
If you tune to an FM Stereo station the FM ST.
indicator will light.
4.) Rotate the VOLUME control to the desired level.
5.) When you are finished listening press the POWER ON/OFF button on the top
panel to shut the power ‘Off’. The POWER indicator and the dial lighting goes
‘Off’.
Hints For Better Reception
FM – The FM Antenna is built in to the AC power cord. Make sure that the cord is
extended to its full length.
AM – The AM bar antenna is inside the cabinet. IF AM reception is unsatisfactory
try turning the cabinet slightly until the internal antenna picks up the strongest
signal.
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PLAYING COMPACT DISCS
1. Set the FUNCTION selector switch on the front cabinet to the CD position.
2. Press the POWER ON/OFF button on the top panel. The POWER indicator
and the radio dial lighting come ‘On’.
3. Press the area marked “OPEN” on the CD door. When the door opens remove
the dummy CD transit card if you have not already done so.
4. Place your disc on the center spindle with the printed label side facing up and
close the CD door. The disc will spin for a few seconds while the player reads
the TOC (Table of Contents) on the disc.
The disc will stop spinning and the display
will briefly show the total number of tracks
on the disc, then the display will return to
the correct time.
5. Press the PLAY/PAUSE
button on the
front panel. The display briefly shows “01”
and playback begins on track 1.
Adjust the VOLUME control to the desired level.
6.) Playback will continue until the last track has played then the disc stops. To
stop playback before the disc ends press the STOP button on the front
panel at any time.
7. If you are finished listening press the “OPEN” mark on the CD door, remove
your disc from the player, and then close the door again.
8. To listen to the radio set the FUNCTION selector switch back to the FM/ST or
AM position, or press the POWER ON/OFF button to shut the system ‘Off’.
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Pause Control
To pause momentarily during CD playback
press the PLAY/PAUSE
button on the front
panel again. The sound stops and the track
number display flashes for a few seconds but
the disc continues to spin. Press the PLAY/PAUSE
button again to cancel the
Pause mode and resume normal playback. The sound resumes at the same point
on the disc.
Skip/Search
/
Controls
During playback press the F-SKIP
or R-SKIP
buttons on the front panel
repeatedly to skip forward or back to higher or lower numbered tracks. Playback
will start at the beginning of the selected track.
• To search within a track for a specific musical passage depress and hold the
F-SKIP
or R-SKIP
buttons on the front panel. The player will search
rapidly forward or backward as long as the buttons are depressed. When you
hear the desired passage release the buttons and normal playback will resume
at that point.
• To start playback from a specific track load your disc as usual and wait until the
display shows the total number of tracks. Press the F-SKIP
or R-SKIP
buttons repeatedly until the desired track number appears in the display then
press the PLAY/PAUSE
button to begin playback on the desired track.
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Special Playback Modes
Repeat Playback
You can program the player to continuously repeat a single track or the entire disc.
The Repeat mode can be selected while the disc is playing or while the disc is
stopped.
Single Track Repeat
Select the track to be repeated and then press the
REPEAT button on the front panel once. The REP
indicator begins flashing. If necessary, press the PLAY/
PAUSE
button to begin playback. The selected track
will be repeated continuously.
All Tracks Repeat
Press the REPEAT button on the front panel twice. The
REP indicator remains ‘On’. If necessary, press the
PLAY/PAUSE
button to begin playback. The entire
disc will be repeated continuously.
To cancel Repeat playback press the REPEAT button on the front panel until the
REP indicator goes ‘Off’. Repeat Playback mode may also be cancelled by pressing
the STOP button, switching to Radio function, or opening the CD door.
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Programmed Playback
Use the Programmed Playback feature to play up to 20 tracks on a disc in any
desired order. You may also program a particular track to play several times within
a programmed sequence if desired.
Note: You cannot program a disc while it is playing. Press the STOP button
to stop playback and then follow the programming steps below.
1.) Load your disc as usual and wait until the display shows
the total number of tracks on the disc.
2.) Press the PROGRAM button on the front panel. The
PROG indicator begins flashing and “P 01” appears in
the display, indicating that you may enter the first track
in program memory #01.
3.) Press the F-SKIP
or R-SKIP
buttons to select
the first track number to be programmed.
Example: Track number 07.
When the desired track number appears in the display
press the PROGRAM button again. Track 07 is now
entered in Program Memory number “P 01”. The
program memory number now advances to number “P 02” and the PROG
indicator continues flashing.
Note: After pressing the PROGRAM button you must select a track number
and press the PROGRAM button again while the PROG indicator is still
flashing (within 10 seconds). After 10 seconds the PROG indicator goes
‘Off’ and you cannot enter a track in the memory. If this occurs, press the
PROGRAM button again to start the PROG indicator flashing and enter a
track in the memory within 10 seconds.
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4.) Repeat step 3, selecting a different track number each time until you have
entered up to 20 tracks in the program memory.
5.) When you have completed programming the desired
tracks press the PLAY/PAUSE
button to begin
programmed playback. The PROG indicator stops
flashing and remains ‘On’. Playback will begin on the
first track you programmed and will continue until the
last programmed track has played.
6.) When the program is completed the player stops and the display again shows
the correct time. However the PROG indicator remains ‘On’ and the player
remains in the Programmed Playback mode. If you press the PLAY/PAUSE
button the programmed sequence will play again.
To cancel the Programmed Playback mode press the STOP button while in
programming mode. The PROG indicator goes ‘Off’.
Programmed Playback may also be canceled by opening the CD door.
Programmed Repeat Playback
You may use the Programmed Playback and Repeat features together to
continuously repeat a programmed sequence.
First program the desired sequence according to steps 1 through 4 above.
When Programmed Playback begins press the REPEAT
button twice to select the Repeat All Tracks mode. The REP
indicator and the PROG indicator remains ‘On’. The
programmed sequence will be repeated continuously.
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Dual Alarm Function
You can use the alarm function to wake you to an electronic buzzer tone, the radio,
or your favorite CD.
First press the ALARM 1 and/or ALARM 2 buttons on the front panel to check the
Wake Up time settings. Adjust the Wake Up time if necessary.
Wake To Buzzer
Press the POWER ON/OFF button to shut the power ‘Off’ if necessary. Set the
BUZZ/AUTO/OFF switch on the left side panel to the BUZZ position, and set the
ALARM selector to the desired position for ALARM 1, ALARM 2, or ALARM 1+2.
The appropriate Alarm 1 and/or Alarm 2 LED indicators will appear in the display to
confirm that the alarms are set.
Alarm 1 LED indicator
Alarm 2 LED indicator
At the selected wake up time the buzzer will sound. It will continue for one hour
and then shut off automatically. To stop the alarm sooner, press the POWER ON/
OFF button on the top panel.
Wake To Radio
Tune to the desired radio station and adjust the volume to the level you want to
hear in the morning when the alarm comes on. Press the POWER ON/OFF button
to shut the system ‘Off’. Set the BUZZ/AUTO/OFF switch on the left side panel to
AUTO. Set the ALARM selector to the desired position for ALARM 1, ALARM 2, or
ALARM 1+2. The appropriate Alarm 1 and/or Alarm 2 LED indicators will appear in
the display to confirm that the alarms are set.
At the selected wake up time the radio will turn on. It will continue for one hour and
then shut off automatically. To stop the radio sooner, press the POWER ON/OFF
button on the top panel.
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Wake To CD
Load the desired CD, begin playback and adjust the volume to the desired level.
Press the POWER ON/OFF button to shut the system ‘Off’. Set the BUZZ/AUTO/
OFF switch on the left side panel to AUTO. Set the ALARM selector to the desired
position for ALARM 1, ALARM 2, or ALARM 1+2. The appropriate Alarm 1 and/or
Alarm 2 LED indicators will appear in the display to confirm that the alarms are set.
At the selected wake up time the power will turn ‘On’ and the CD will begin to play.
It will continue for one hour, or until the disc ends and then shut off automatically.
To stop the CD player sooner, press the POWER ON/OFF button on the top panel
or press the STOP button.
Set and Forget Alarm
The Alarms will automatically repeat each day at the selected Wake Up times as
long as the alarm selector (BUZZ/AUTO/OFF) remain set to either the ‘AUTO’ or
‘BUZZ’ positions and the Alarm 1 and/or Alarm 2 LED indicators remain in the
display. To cancel the alarms, set the BUZZ/AUTO/OFF selector on the left side
panel to the OFF position.
Snooze Function
After the alarm turns on in the morning you can use the Snooze function to grab a
few more minutes sleep before the alarm sounds again. To activate the Snooze
function, press the SNOOZE button on the top cabinet. The Snooze function will
stop the alarm for 6 minutes and then turn the alarm on again. The Snooze operation
can be repeated several times within one hour. But after one hour the alarm will
not turn on again.
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Sleep To Music Timer
You can use the sleep timer to fall asleep to the radio or CD player for 90, 60, or 30
minutes and have the unit shut off automatically.
• Turn the power ‘On’ and operate the radio or CD player as usual. Adjust the
volume to the desired level, but remember that the level you select for ‘Sleep
To Music’ is the same level you will hear when the alarm turns ‘On’ in the
morning.
• Press the SLEEP button to select the desired amount of sleep time as follows:
Display
Meaning
SLEEP LED Indicator
1st Press
2nd Press
3rd Press
4th Press
5th Press
Sleep Off
90 Minutes Till Shut Off
60 Minutes Till Shut Off
30 Minutes Till Shut Off
Sleep Off
• When the display shows the desired amount of time, stop pressing the SLEEP
button. After 5 seconds the display changes back to the correct time. The
SLEEP indicator remains ‘On’. The radio or CD player will continue until the
sleep timer counts down to “00” and then shut off automatically.
• To stop the radio or CD player before the sleep timer counts down to “00”,
press the POWER ON/OFF button to turn the unit ‘Off’.
Note: If you set the sleep time for either 90 or 60 minutes and you are playing
a CD that is only 48 minutes long, for example, playback will stop at the end of
the disc.
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PHONES Jack
The Stereo Headphone Jack is located on the front panel. Connect a set of stereo
headphones (not included) to this jack for private listening without disturbing others.
The internal speakers are automatically disconnected when headphones are
connected to the PHONES jack.
IMPORTANT: When using headphones always set the volume control to a
low level before you put the headphones on. Then put the headphones on and
gradually increase the volume to a comfortable listening level.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
COMPACT DISC CARE
• To remove a disc from its storage case, press down on the center of the case
and lift the disc out, holding it carefully by the edges.
• Fingerprints and dust should be carefully wiped off the disc’s recorded surface
with a soft cloth.Unlike conventional records, compact discs have no grooves
to collect dust and microscopic debris, so gently wiping with a soft cloth should
remove most particles. Wipe in a straight line from the inside to the outside of
the disc. Small dust particles and light stains will have absolutely no effect on
reproduction quality.
• Clean the disc periodically with a soft, lint-free, dry cloth. Never use detergents
or abrasive cleaners to clean the disc. If necessary, use a CD cleaning kit.
• Never write on or affix labels to the surface of compact discs.
CARE OF THE CABINET
If the cabinet becomes dusty wipe it with a soft dry dust cloth. Do not use any wax,
polish sprays, or abrasive cleaners on the cabinet.
CAUTION
Never allow any water or other liquids to get inside the unit while cleaning.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Emerson Radio Corp. warrants manufacturing defects in original material, including
original parts and workmanship, under normal use and conditions, for a period of
ninety (90) days from the date of original purchase in the U.S. With your dated
proof of purchase, we will provide repair service at no charge for labor and parts at
an authorized Depot Repair Facility, or replace the product in our discretion. For
repair or replacement, pack your unit in a padded box, enclose your check or
money order payable to Emerson Radio Corp. in the amount of $9.00 (not required
by California residents) to cover shipping and handling costs, and enclose a copy
of your proof of purchase. Send your unit to:
Emerson Radio Corp.
1901 Diplomat Drive.
Farmers Branch, TX 75234.
This warranty does not cover damage from negligence, misuse, abuse, accident,
failure to follow operating instructions, commercial use, rental, repairs by an
unauthorized facility, or products purchased, used, serviced or damaged outside
of the United States.
THIS WARRANTYGIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, ANDYOU MAY
ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
AU898M
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NUMBER OF YOUR NEAREST SERVICE
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CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-695-0098
FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE
PLEASE CALL:
1-800-898-9020
FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, PLEASE WRITE TO:
Emerson Radio Corp.
Consumer Affairs Dept.
1901 Diplomat Drive,
Farmers Branch, TX 75234.
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EMERSON
Part No. : 16-2947
408-02
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